Glen Powell seemingly slips into the role with effortless grace in Barry Jenkins' latest cinematic endeavor. Universal Pictures has successfully secured the rights to develop "The Natural Order," a compelling sci-fi thriller inspired by author Matthew Aldrich's unreleased manuscript. Powell is poised to take center stage, with Jenkins in negotiations to helm the project, alongside Aldrich (renowned for his work on "Coco") to pen the screenplay. This film, steeped in the quest for immortality, promises to be a gripping journey through the realms of science fiction.
For Powell and his producing counterpart Dan Cohen, "The Natural Order" marks the inaugural venture under their Barnstorm banner, following their recently inked first-look deal with Universal Pictures last month. Joining Powell and Cohen in the producer's chair are Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak of Pastel, alongside Jewerl Keats Ross.
Jenkins' most recent venture, "Mufasa: The Lion King," a prequel to the beloved Disney classic, has not only graced the silver screens but has also soared past the $700 million mark at the global box office. His Oscar-winning screenplay for the 2016 masterpiece "Moonlight" further solidifies his place among Hollywood's elite.
Powell's star has ascended meteorically since the triumph of last summer's Universal sequel "Twisters." Among his upcoming slate of films, he is set to shine in Edgar Wright's remake of "The Running Man," slated for a November theatrical release by Paramount Pictures.
Erik Baiers, Universal's Senior Executive Vice President of Production Development, will be at the helm, overseeing "The Natural Order" for the studio. Powell is represented by CAA and Johnson Shapiro, while Jenkins and Aldrich are managed by CAA, with Ross serving as their manager and Jamie Feldman as their legal counsel.
This collaboration promises to blend the depth and nuance of Jenkins' directorial prowess with Powell's captivating screen presence, weaving a tale that challenges the very essence of life and death.
