Kockroach (film)

Kockroach
Directed byMatt Ross
Screenplay byJonathan Ames
Based on
Kockroach
by William Lashner
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyAdam Arkapaw
Production
companies
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Kockroach is an upcoming American crime thriller film directed by Matt Ross, based on the 2007 novel by William Lashner.

Premise

A mysterious stranger from New York's criminal underworld transforms himself into a larger-than-life crime boss in a city where power is everything.

Cast

Production

It was announced in August 2025 that Matt Ross was set to direct the film, with Channing Tatum, Oscar Isaac, and Zazie Beetz cast to star.[1][2] In October 2025, Taron Egerton joined the cast, replacing Isaac due to scheduling conflicts.[3]

In February 2026, Chris Hemsworth joined the cast, replacing Tatum who also dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, with principal photography scheduled to begin in April 2026.[4] In March, Alec Baldwin joined the cast.[5] In April, Rachel Sennott joined the cast.[6] Principal photography began on April 13, 2026, in Sydney, Australia.[7][8][9] In May 2026, Brian Geraghty joined the cast.[10] Filming wrapped on May 31.[11]

References

  1. ↑ Wiseman, Andreas (August 29, 2025). "Channing Tatum, Oscar Isaac & Zazie Beetz Set To Star In New York Crime Story 'Kockroach' — TIFF Market". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 29, 2025.
  2. ↑ Lang, Brent (August 29, 2025). "Channing Tatum, Oscar Isaac, Zazie Beetz Starring in Crime Drama 'Kockroach'". Variety. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  3. ↑ Wiseman, Andreas (October 30, 2025). "Taron Egerton Joins Channing Tatum & Zazie Beetz In New York Crime Boss Pic 'Kockroach' For Mad Chance & Black Bear". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 30, 2025.
  4. ↑ Wiseman, Andreas (February 5, 2026). "Chris Hemsworth Joins Taron Egerton & Zazie Beetz In New York Crime Boss Pic 'Kockroach'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
  5. ↑ Fleming Jr., Mike (March 30, 2026). "Alec Baldwin Joins Chris Hemsworth, Taron Egerton & Zazie Beetz In Matt Ross-Helmed 'Kockroach'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 30, 2026.
  6. ↑ Rachel Sennott Joins Chris Hemsworth, Taron Egerton, Zazie Beetz & Alec Baldwin In 'Kockroach'; Filming Begins Next Week
  7. ↑ Rudoy, Matthew (April 14, 2026). "Chris Hemsworth's New Goodfellas-Like Crime Thriller Gets First Official Look". Screen Rant. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  8. ↑ Chris, Hemsworth [@chrishemsworth]; (April 13, 2026). "Kockroach. Day 1 🪳". Retrieved April 14, 2026 – via Instagram.
  9. ↑ Griffiths, Neil (April 22, 2026). "Cameras Roll in NSW on New Chris Hemsworth-Led 'Kockroach'". Variety Australia. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
  10. ↑ Goodfellow, Melanie (May 26, 2026). "Brian Geraghty Joins Chris Hemsworth & Taron Egerton In Matt Ross' Thriller 'Kockroach'". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  11. ↑ "That's a wrap on our film Kockroach. Quite possibly the most fun I've had on a set. Amazing cast and crew and one hell of a wild script! Can't wait for you to see it !! @taron.egerton @zaziebeetz @treaclychild #mattross #wideluxcamera 📷@cristianprieto.filmmaker". Instagram. Retrieved May 31, 2026.
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