Los Angeles, CA – Will Smith, the acclaimed actor, is gearing up for his next big project after the success of “Bad Boys: Ride or Die.” Smith is currently in negotiations to star in a new film titled “Resistor” for Sony Pictures. The movie, based on the novel “Influx” by Daniel Suarez, follows a government agency that confines inventors and steals their creations. Specific plot details have not yet been disclosed.
The project is still in the development phase, with no director attached as of now. The screenplay for the film was initially written by Zak Olkewicz, with the latest version penned by Eric Warren Singer. Producers for the film include Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, Tony Shaw, Dave Wilson, as well as Smith and Jon Mone from Westbrook Productions, with Heather Washington serving as executive producer.
Smith and producer Todd Black have a history of successful collaborations on previous Sony Pictures projects like “Seven Pounds,” “The Pursuit of Happyness,” and “Emancipation.” The news of Smith’s involvement in “Resistor” comes on the heels of his box office success with “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” which has grossed over $100 million in its first ten days of release.
The latest installment in the “Bad Boys” franchise, “Ride or Die,” has exceeded expectations at the box office, marking a successful return for Smith as a leading box office earner. Following a controversial incident at the 2022 Oscars ceremony, Smith’s performance in “Ride or Die” has helped him reclaim his status as a top Hollywood star.
According to reports, Smith’s team at CAA has been reaching out to studio executives to explore potential projects in the wake of the success of “Bad Boys: Ride or Die.” The announcement of Smith’s involvement in “Resistor” was first reported by Deadline, adding to the anticipation surrounding the actor’s upcoming projects.