Top Secret New Sci-fi Thriller From Mr. Robot Creator Taps Glen Powell to Star (The Title Alone Is Exciting)

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Glen Powell is becoming a major star in Hollywood, but he’s intentionally avoiding superhero movies. However, he still loves working on large-scale, exciting films. He’s already appeared in successful movies like Top Gun: Maverick, Twisters, and a remake of The Running Man. Now, he’s adding another ambitious project to his list: J.J. Abrams’ The Great Beyond, which will be released this fall. Given his enjoyment of these types of films, it’s no surprise he’s signed on for another captivating genre movie.

I just read in The Hollywood Reporter that Maya Powell is going to be starring in a new sci-fi film called Tesseract! Even more exciting, it’s being directed by Sam Esmail, the creator of Mr. Robot, and she’s also producing it. Unfortunately, they’re keeping the plot completely under wraps for now, but I’m already really intrigued!

Tesseract Is Another Exciting Sci-Fi Film for Glen Powell

Even without an official summary, the title ‘Tesseract’ is enough to get science fiction fans interested in this new film. In fiction, a tesseract is often used as a way to explain things like huge amounts of energy, time travel, or travel between dimensions. This suggests Esmail’s movie will explore some complex and thought-provoking ideas – something he excels at. His previous show, ‘Mr. Robot,’ was famous for its surprising and relevant storylines, so fans can expect a similar style here. While there are many time-travel movies available, Esmail’s unique approach promises a fresh and inventive take on the genre.

The addition of actor Powell to the cast of Tesseract is generating excitement. He’s proven he can lead a film in any genre, from large-scale science fiction to romantic comedies, and is both charismatic and engaging. While his recent sci-fi film, The Running Man, didn’t perform well at the box office, Powell delivered a strong and compelling performance as Ben Richards, convincingly portraying the character’s anger and handling the action sequences with skill. Tesseract is sure to benefit from another excellent performance by Powell, and his involvement might attract other well-known actors to the project. The Hollywood Reporter also mentions that there are two significant female lead roles yet to be cast.

With a surge of promising sci-fi films on the horizon – including highly anticipated projects like Project Hail Mary, Disclosure Day, The Dog Stars, and Dune: Part Three set to release in 2026 – Tesseract is entering the scene at a great time. If these films live up to expectations, it could kickstart a new era of success for science fiction movies and keep audiences engaged. Given how important technology is becoming in our lives, there’s incredible room for innovative sci-fi stories, and Tesseract has the potential to be a standout film of the decade. Everything is aligning for something truly special.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, production on Tesseract is expected to start this summer. This means creator Sam Esmail will be focused on finalizing the cast and completing other pre-production tasks in the coming months, so we can anticipate more casting news soon. A priority will be finding the two female leads, likely through chemistry tests with actor Austin Powell. While Tesseract hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, the involvement of a star like Powell suggests everything is on track.

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2026-01-17 19:41