Ludacris to Star in New Action Film, *limited Edition*
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Worldwide Pictures and 87North are teaming up to develop a new action film, Limited Edition, starring Ludacris, best known for his role in the Fast & furious franchise . the project has secured Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, the directorial duo behind the critically acclaimed Novocaine, to write and direct.
Production Details and Key Players
Kelly McCormick and David Leitch will produce Limited Edition thru their 87North production company’s first-look deal with Universal. Braden Aftergood, recently joining 87North after co-founding Sylvester Stallone’s Balboa, will also produce and oversee the project. jay Polidoro and Tony Ducret will oversee the film’s development for Universal.
Ludacris: From Rap Icon to Action Star
Chris “ludacris” Bridges, born september 11, 1977, in Champaign, Illinois , has established himself as a multifaceted entertainer. Initially gaining fame as a multi-platinum, Grammy-winning rapper with hits like “Yeah!” , he transitioned successfully into acting. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Tej Parker in the Fast & Furious saga, a role he’s held as 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003).
Beyond the Fast & Furious franchise, Ludacris’s filmography includes acclaimed performances in Crash, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, and the Oscar-nominated Hustle & Flow. He also starred in the 2023 holiday comedy, Dashing Through the Snow. Throughout his nearly three-decade career, Ludacris has sold over 20 million albums, earned three Grammy Awards, and achieved five number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100, alongside four number-one albums and 18 Top 10 hits.
Berk and Olsen: Rising Directors in the Action Genre
Dan berk and Robert Olsen are quickly becoming sought-after directors in the action and comedy space. Their recent film, Novocaine, starring Jack Quaid, was a box office success, debuting at number one in March and gaining traction on streaming platforms. Prior to that,they directed the sci-fi thriller Meaningful Other and the horror comedy Villains,which premiered at SXSW in 2019 to positive reviews.
87North’s Expanding Slate
87North, known for its action-packed films like Nobody and Love Hurts, has a robust upcoming slate. Projects in development include How to Rob a Bank, directed by david Leitch, Violent Night 2, Ballerina Overdrive, and the Jorma taccone thriller, Over Your Dead Body.