Josh Lucas, Tim Blake Nelson, Josh Duhamel Star in Paramount’s Western Thriller ‘The Rescue’
Paramount’s new Western thriller has added notable actors as production advances. Cameras are rolling and the film is in active production.
Cast additions
Brandon Sklenar leads the cast as a rodeo cowboy. Josh Lucas, Tim Blake Nelson and Josh Duhamel star in Paramount’s Western thriller. Other supporting players include Nick Searcy, Lorelei Olivia Mote, Austin Amelio, Spencer Treat Clark, and Hassie Harrison.
- Brandon Sklenar
- Josh Lucas
- Tim Blake Nelson
- Josh Duhamel
- Nick Searcy
- Lorelei Olivia Mote
- Austin Amelio
- Spencer Treat Clark
- Hassie Harrison
Creative team
Potsy Ponciroli directs the picture. He also produces alongside Shannon Houchins and Cliff Roberts. Down Home is credited as executive producer.
John Fusco wrote the screenplay. Fusco is known for his work in the Western genre. Ponciroli previously directed the gritty Western Old Henry.
Story and tone
The story follows a rodeo cowboy pushed beyond the arena. The tale is described as a modern-day Western thriller. Details remain limited while production continues.
Production background and release
Development began at Skydance before its merger with Paramount. The project became one of the early greenlit titles under the combined regime.
The film is scheduled to hit theaters on January 29, 2027. The studio has prioritized this project during the rollout.
Reporting on the casting and production was provided to Filmogaz.com.
