Dave Bautista is gearing up for a new movie.
On Friday, May 10, the Hollywood Reporter issued a report announcing that Dave Bautista had been cast in a live-action Grendel movie. The outlet states that Bautista will play the role of Beowulf.
The movie, from director Robert D. Krzykowsk, will also feature a cast that includes the likes of Jeff Bridges, Bryan Cranston, Sam Elliott, Thomasin McKenzie, and Aidan Turner. The film will be for sale at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival later this month.
A brief synopsis of the film was provided by the Hollywood Reporter:
Grendel, which is billed as the “tale of the legendary monster at the heart of the Beowulf epic poem who steps forth to tell his side of this riveting story.”
Bautista's career in Hollywood has been a big success as of late, as he has starred in recent hit movies like 'Dune: Part Two', 'The Boy And The Heron', 'Guardians Of The Galaxy Volume 3', and 'Knock At The Cabin'.
Bautista last wrestled at WrestleMania 35, where he lost to Triple H in a singles match. 'The Animal' has stated on numerous occasions that he is now retired from the sport of professional wrestling.
Bautista recently stated that he is hoping to direct his first film in 2025. Learn more here.
