PlayStation Productions is in full swing, with a number of initiatives underway. One of them is a film primarily based on Sony’s long-running Gran Turismo collection. It appears an odd selection for the large display, but it surely’s taking place nonetheless, and it is attracting some notable expertise.

Namely, the Gran Turismo movie now has its first star, with David Harbour signed on to play a component. The actor is greatest identified for his function as Jim Hopper in Stranger Things, but additionally seems in Quantum of Solace, Revolutionary Road, and extra lately, Black Widow. His character within the film shall be that of a retired race automotive driver who teaches the primary protagonist to drive.

To recap, Gran Turismo is a based-on-true-events story a few younger GT participant who competed in skilled in-game championships to finally qualify to compete in actual life races. It appears Harbour will play a mentor-style function. He’s at present the one actor hooked up, although we do know Neill Blomkamp is onboard to direct the flick. It’s on monitor for launch in cinemas subsequent August.

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