A Man Gets Swallowed by a Whale In the Thrilling Trailer for 'Whalefall'
Gizmodo • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Whalefall," a film based on Daniel Kraus's 2023 novel, is set to release on October 16 and features Austin Abrams as a man searching for his father's remains who ends up swallowed by a sperm whale.
- Directed and co-written by Brian Duffield, known for "Spontaneous" and "No One Will Save You," this marks his biggest project to date, with Disney opting for a full theatrical release.
- The first trailer, praised for its intense and continuous single-scene depiction, has generated significant buzz, especially after its CinemaCon debut, positioning the film as a potential sleeper hit.
- Co-stars Elisabeth Shue and John Ortiz join the cast, adding to the film's appeal amid anticipation for other major franchise releases this fall.