Pedro Pascal has become one of the most influential figures in the industry, not only for the Hollywood community but also for the Latin scene. After his performance in The Last of Us, he has captivated hundreds of viewers.
Before taking on a role in HBO‘s post-apocalyptic series, the Chilean actor participated in successful and acclaimed productions. Among his most notable titles are Game of Thrones, Narcos and all seasons of The Mandalorian.
His versatility in acting across a variety of genres and formats, from dramas to action films and prestigious television programs, has showcased his acting prowess and ability to take on diverse challenges.
What are Pedro Pascal’s next projects?
Gladiator 2 — November 22, 2024
Gladiator 2 will be the highly anticipated sequel to the original film that premiered over 23 years ago and established itself as one of the best in history. Directed by Ridley Scott and written by David Scarpa, the story will focus on the life of the now-adult Lucius, to be portrayed by Paul Mescal.
A few weeks ago, it was confirmed that filming has already concluded, and the movie is set to hit the big screen on November 22, 2024. Pedro’s role is still unknown, but it’s confirmed that he will be joined by prominent stars such as Joseph Quinn, Matt Lucas, Denzel Washington, Derek Jacobi and Connie Nielsen, reprising her role as Lucilla.
The plot is set 20 years after the events of the original film, which was released in 2000 with Russell Crowe in the lead role. This time, a grown-up Lucius, the son of Lucilla, who witnessed the previous events up close, will assume the legacy of Maximus.
Freaky Tales — TBA
Freaky Tales is Pascal’s upcoming film scheduled to be one of the standout dramas of the year. The R-rated project was directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, who also co-wrote the script.
The plot portrays four interconnected stories set in 1987 in Oakland, California, exploring love for music, cinema, people, places, and memories beyond our known universe.
Pedro will bring Clint to life, accompanied by other top-tier stars such as Tom Hanks, Angus Cloud, Ji-young Yoo, Ben Mendelsohn, Jack Champion, Keir Gilchrist, Normani and Jay Ellis, among others.
According to Kim Yutani, Sundance Film Festival programmer, where the movie will debut, the project is “simultaneously a love letter to the spirit of Oakland and those fighting against injustice“.
Drive-Away Dolls — February 23, 2024
Pascal was one of the first actors confirmed for the cast of Drive-Away Dolls, the upcoming dramatic film by Ethan Coen, co-written by the filmmaker himself and Tricia Cooke. The Chilean actor will be joined by Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan, who will star in the story alongside other prominent figures.
Beanie Feldstein, Joey Slotnick, Colman Domingo, Bill Camp, Matt Damon and C.J. Wilson are some of them. The R-rated film, running for one hour and 24 minutes, already has its release date scheduled and will hit the big screen on Friday, February 23. Pedro will bring The Collector to life, one of the main roles.
In essence, the plot follows Jamie and Marian, who, in search of a fresh start, embark on an unexpected road trip to Tallahassee. However, things quickly take a turn when they encounter a group of inept criminals.
Fantastic Four — 2025
Fantastic Four is the next Marvel film that will receive a new adaptation in 2025. Pascal recently joined the cast in the role of Reed Richards, while Ebon Moss-Bachrach will play Ben Grimm, and Vanessa Kirby is slated to portray Sue Storm. There are not many details available yet, but Variety confirmed that negotiations are in the final stages.
Matt Shakman will be directing the film, with a script by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, and based on the comics by Stan Lee. According to IMDb, the release was expected on May 2 of the following year, but the date may vary and could be postponed, as has happened with other MCU projects.
The Last of Us Season 2 — 2025
Undoubtedly, one of the most eagerly awaited series among fans of the game and post-apocalyptic zombie worlds is The Last of Us. After its hugely successful first season, HBO has confirmed that Joel and Ellie are back for a new season, once again starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey.
The 8-time Emmy-winning series is an adaptation of Naughty Dog’s acclaimed video game and still has much story left to explore. According to Max, filming began early in the year, so we can expect the first episodes of the new installment sometime in 2025, debuting on the major streaming platform.
During a press conference with Consequence TV, Craig Mazin talked about the future of the show, where he confessed, “The amount of story that is left, that we haven’t covered, would be more than one season. So yes, assuming we can move forward, the idea would be to do more than one season“.
Kaitlyn Dever has been cast to join Pascal and Ramsey in the role of Abigail “Abby” Anderson, while Young Mazino will take on the character of Jesse, a member of the Fireflies, and Catherine O’Hara will have a significant role that has yet to be revealed.
My Dentist’s Murder Trial — TBA
My Dentist’s Murder Trial is HBO’s new true-crime genre project that will be presented in a series format, featuring Pedro Pascal and David Harbour as the lead actors. According to Variety, the story is based on real events, with Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, Bruce Terris, and Molly Allen serving as executive producers.
Steve Conrad will be the scriptwriter and director of the first episode, and James Lasdun, the author of the New Yorker article on which the first season is based (“My Dentist’s Murder Trial: Adultery, False Identities and a Lethal Sedation”), will also be fulfilling the same role.
The article was published in 2017 and narrates the story of Dr. Gilberto Núñez, a dentist from Upstate New York accused of the death of his friend Thomas Kolman. The start date for filming is yet to be announced, making the release date still a mystery.
The Uninvited — MARCH, 2024
The Uninvited is one of the many upcoming films that will feature Pascal in a leading role. Undoubtedly, the actor will have a great year in the cinematic realm. The project, written and directed by Nadia Conners, follows a stranger who crashes a party, triggering a comedy of errors and a life rearrangement.
The Chilean star will join forces with several other actors, including Argentine actress Eva De Dominici, Rufus Sewell, Walton Goggins, Elizabeth Reaser, Lois Smith, and Sohm Kapila, among others. According to IMDb, the comedy-drama is set to hit the big screen in March 2024, but the exact day has not been confirmed yet.
Weapons — TBA
Pascal will join Renate Reinsve in bringing to life Weapons, the new film written and directed by Zach Cregger. This project has been kept largely under wraps, with only the knowledge that it belongs to the genres of drama, mystery, and horror.
The narrative is a horror epic of multiple interconnected stories about the disappearance of high school students in a small town. Pedro’s role is yet to be revealed, but it has been confirmed that he will be one of the main characters.
MATERIALISTS — TBA
Materialists is Pedro’s next major film, in which he will star alongside Chris Evans and Dakota Johnson, two of the most influential stars of their generation. It’s a romantic comedy set in New York and directed by Celine Song.
The story follows a high-end matchmaker who becomes involved with a wealthy man but still harbors feelings for the broke actor/waiter she left behind. The filmmaker is also the scriptwriter, so we can expect many unexpected twists and a truly emotive narrative.