Sponsor (upcoming film)
| Sponsor | |
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| Directed by | James Ponsoldt |
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| Produced by |
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| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Jonathan Sela |
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| Distributed by | Apple TV |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Sponsor is an upcoming American psychological thriller film directed and co-written by James Ponsoldt.
Premise
Following a drunk driving arrest, a man finds a sponsor for his recovery program.
Cast
- Jason Segel as Peter
- John C. Reilly as Jerry, Peter's sponsor
- Amy Madigan
- Justine Lupe
- Patrick Fabian as Randall
Production
It was announced in May 2025 that Jason Segel was set to star in the film, which he would co-write the screenplay with the film's director James Ponsoldt.[1] In October, the film was acquired by Apple TV.[2] In December, John C. Reilly and Amy Madigan were added to the cast,[3][4] with Justine Lupe joining in January 2026.[5]
Production began on January 20, 2026, in Los Angeles.[6] Filming took place in Half Moon Bay from February 17 to February 19, 2026, using the working title Drumettes.[7] Jonathan Sela served as the cinematographer.[8]
References
- ^ Ntim, Zac (May 12, 2025). "Jason Segel To Lead Psychological Thriller 'Sponsor', UTA & MK2 Launching In Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (October 22, 2025). "Apple Boards Platinum Dunes Thriller 'Sponsor', Reuniting With 'Shrinking' Star Jason Segel And Director James Ponsoldt". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (December 16, 2025). "John C. Reilly Joins Jason Segel In Apple Thriller 'Sponsor'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (December 17, 2025). "'Weapons' Star Amy Madigan Joins Jason Segel In Apple Thriller 'Sponsor'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (January 8, 2026). "Justine Lupe Joins Apple Thriller 'Sponsor' Opposite Jason Segel, John C. Reilly & Amy Madigan". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ "Sponsor". Film & Television Industry Alliance. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ Karoff, Timothy (February 20, 2026). "Major film starring Jason Segel and John C. Reilly shoots around a Bay Area town". SFGate. Retrieved February 26, 2026.
- ^ "Jonathan Sela" (PDF).