Gal Gadot and Isla Fisher Join Casey Affleck, Pete Davidson in ‘Bitcoin’ Film
Doug Liman is directing a high-profile thriller titled Bitcoin. The film dramatizes a real-life battle over the creation of bitcoin.
Cast and characters
Casey Affleck stars as computer scientist Craig Wright. Pete Davidson plays blockchain investor Calvin Ayre.
Gal Gadot joins the cast as Charlotte “Lotte” Miller. Isla Fisher is also set to appear in the film.
- Casey Affleck — Craig Wright
- Pete Davidson — Calvin Ayre
- Gal Gadot — Charlotte “Lotte” Miller
- Isla Fisher — role not yet disclosed
Creative team and production
Nick Schenk, a WGA Award winner, wrote the screenplay. Producers include Ryan Kavanaugh and Lawrence Grey.
Production began at the end of February. Patrick Wachsberger’s company, 193, is handling international sales at Cannes.
Plot synopsis and real-world context
The film follows one man’s effort to prove he created bitcoin. That claim triggers global controversy and serious danger.
It frames a race among tech billionaires and world leaders. The story questions why powerful figures would try to erase one man.
Australian computer scientist Craig Wright has publicly claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto. Many in the crypto community dispute that claim.
In 2024, the British High Court ruled Wright is not Nakamoto. The court ordered him to stop asserting the identity.
Industry notes and controversy
193’s Wachsberger described the project as gripping and timely. He said the film taps into the mysterious, high-stakes world of crypto.
The production previously reunited Liman with Affleck, after their work together on The Instigators. Wachsberger referenced past collaboration on Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
Use of AI and filming methods
A casting notice reported by Variety flagged prominent AI use. The notice said the film may adjust performances with AI tools.
Actors were asked to work on a markerless performative capture stage. Filming would rely on new technologies rather than traditional locations.
Business and backers
This movie marks a notable producing return for Ryan Kavanaugh. He previously ran Relativity Media and helped finance films like The Social Network.
Kavanaugh has become an outspoken cryptocurrency proponent in recent years. Puck first reported 193 joining the project.
The casting news confirms Gal Gadot and Isla Fisher joining Casey Affleck and Pete Davidson in the Bitcoin film. Filmogaz.com will follow developments as the project moves toward Cannes.
