Brian Tyree Henry to Star in Apple Studios Sports Drama 'Running'
Brian Tyree Henry will star in the sports drama film 'Running,' produced by Apple Studios, Makeready, and Nike Films. The film, directed by Gavin O'Connor, follows a homeless high school running prodigy and is based on an original story by O'Connor and Bill Dubuque. Henry, who received Academy Award and Emmy nominations for prior Apple projects, continues his involvement with the studio.
variety.comCasting Announcement for 'Running' Brian Tyree Henry will star in the sports drama film 'Running' produced by Apple Studios.
Gavin O'Connor is directing the film. Spike Fearn is also starring in 'Running'. The film is produced by Makeready and Nike Films. Bill Dubuque wrote the script for 'Running'. 'Running' is based on an original story by Gavin O'Connor and Bill Dubuque.
The film follows a homeless high school running prodigy.
Henry's Prior Work with Apple Brian Tyree Henry starred in Apple's 'Causeway' opposite Jennifer Lawrence.
He received an Academy Award nomination for his work in 'Causeway'. Brian Tyree Henry starred in the Apple TV series 'Dope Thief'. He received an Emmy Award nomination for outstanding lead actor in a limited series or movie for 'Dope Thief'.
Upcoming Projects for Henry Brian Tyree Henry will executive produce and lead the cast of Netflix’s adult animated series 'Bass X Machina' this fall.
Brian Tyree Henry will star opposite Julia Roberts in the Warner Bros. film 'Panic Carefully' in 2027.
Henry's Filmography Highlights Brian Tyree Henry appeared in the FX series 'Atlanta'.
He appeared in 'Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse'. Brian Tyree Henry appeared in 'Bullet Train'. He appeared in Marvel’s 'Eternals'. Brian Tyree Henry is represented by Jennifer Wiley-Moxley of JWM Entertainment Group, CAA, Jill Fritzo PR, and Jackoway Austen et al.
Story Timeline
5 events- 2027
Brian Tyree Henry will star opposite Julia Roberts in the Warner Bros. film 'Panic Carefully'.
1 sourceunattributed - 2026 fall
Brian Tyree Henry will executive produce and lead the cast of Netflix’s adult animated series 'Bass X Machina'.
1 sourceunattributed - 2026-04-13
Announcement that Brian Tyree Henry will star in 'Running' produced by Apple Studios.
1 sourceunattributed - Recent
Brian Tyree Henry received an Emmy Award nomination for 'Dope Thief'.
1 sourceunattributed - Recent
Brian Tyree Henry received an Academy Award nomination for 'Causeway'.
1 sourceunattributed
Potential Impact
- 01
Potential boost to Henry's career trajectory with multiple high-profile projects.
- 02
Increased visibility for Apple Studios' film slate through Henry's involvement.
- 03
Collaboration between Makeready, Nike Films, and Apple may lead to more sports-themed content.
- 04
Henry's representation by multiple agencies could facilitate broader industry partnerships.
Transparency Panel
Related Stories
The Boston GlobeRock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Inductees Including Phil Collins, Iron Maiden and Wu-Tang Clan
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame revealed its 2026 performer inductees on Monday during an episode of American Idol, featuring artists such as Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan. The ceremony is scheduled for N…
washingtontimes.comGuy Fieri Greets Andrew and Tristan Tate at UFC 327
Food Network host Guy Fieri encountered criticism on social media following a video of him greeting Andrew and Tristan Tate at UFC 327 in Miami. Fieri stated he did not know the brothers prior to the encounter and does not support them. The event occurred on April 11, 2026, and a…
knowyourmeme.comJustin Bieber Headlines Coachella Set on April 14, 2026, Tops Spotify Global Artist Chart
Justin Bieber performed a 90-minute headlining set at Coachella on April 14, 2026, leading to 21 of his songs entering Spotify’s Global Top 200. His catalog recorded 77 million streams in a single day on Spotify, the highest of 2026. Bieber reached No. 1 on Spotify’s Global Top A…