Mike Faist, a name that has begun to resonate strongly in the entertainment world after “West Side Story” and “Challengers“, is an actor who has managed to capture the attention of critics and audiences alike.
His big break came in 2016 with the acclaimed musical “Dear Evan Hansen”, where he played Connor Murphy, a role that earned him praise for his intense performance. But now he has become a Hollywood star.
At just 32 years old, he is halfway to becoming an EGOT winner and has amassed a fortune that continues to grow with each success. Now, he is ready to further expand his filmography… Check out his upcoming projects.
What are Mike Faist’s next projects?
East of Eden
“East of Eden” is Mike Faist’s new project that will not only bring him back to the screen but will also see him working alongside major stars in the industry, especially Florence Pugh (We Live in Time and Thunderbolts*).
The actor will co-star in the series in the role of Cal Trask, a character famously portrayed by James Dean. Alongside the two young stars, they are joined by figures like Christopher Abbott and Hoon Lee.
Mike Faist attends the Chopard Trophy at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Carlton Beach on May 17, 2024. (Source: Victor Boyko/Getty Images)
The upcoming limited Netflix production will explore the multigenerational saga of the Trask family, focusing on its indelible anti-hero, Cathy Ames (to be played by Florence). It is not yet known when it could be released.
In total, the drama will have seven episodes led by Pugh, who will also serve as an executive producer. Zoe Kazan will be responsible for adapting John Steinbeck‘s work, making it an interesting endeavor. The director confessed to Tudum:
“In the process of bringing this family saga to life, the resonance of my own familial connection to the material has not been lost on me. But it is Steinbeck’s writing — personal, shocking, profound, and free — that has kept me enthralled by East of Eden since I first read the book as a young teen“.
