Taylor Sheridan’s long-gestating action thriller, F.A.S.T., is finally set to hit theaters on April 23, 2027. The film stars Brandon Sklenar, known for his role in the Paramount+ series 1923, as a former special forces commando who returns to the United States and is recruited by the DEA to lead a black op strike team against CIA-protected drug dealers in his town .
## Cast and Crew
– *Brandon Sklenar as the Lead*: The 1923 star brings his action-packed experience to the role of a former special forces commando.
– *Ben Richardson (Director)*: Known for his work as a cinematographer, Richardson makes his feature directorial debut with F.A.S.T.
– *Taylor Sheridan (Producer/Screenwriter)*: The Yellowstone creator wrote the F.A.S.T. screenplay in the mid-2010s and is producing the film through Bosque Ranch Productions.
– *David Heyman and Jeffrey Clifford (Producers)*: The Heyday Films duo is on board to produce the project, bringing their expertise to the action thriller.
## Production Details
F.A.S.T. has been in development limbo for years, initially starting at Warner Bros. with Chris Pratt set to star and Gavin O’Connor directing. However, the project stalled due to budget concerns, with estimates ranging from $60 million to $70 million. After years of negotiations, Warner Bros. has finally green lit the film, with Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy expressing their enthusiasm for working with Taylor Sheridan
With the release date set and production moving forward, fans can expect an action-packed thrill ride from F.A.S.T. Given Taylor Sheridan’s track record with films like Sicario, Hell or High Water, and Wind River, this film promises to deliver intense action sequences and a gripping storyline.
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