Justin Long, Ron Perlman and Others Join Marisa Tomei and Sam Rockwell in Action-Comedy Film Hellhound
Variety announced new cast additions to the upcoming action-comedy film Hellhound on April 22, 2026. Justin Long, Ron Perlman, Harry Shum Jr., Martin Starr and Jarrett Austin Brown have signed on to star alongside previously confirmed actors. The film, directed by Zach Golden, was first revealed at Cannes in 2025 and is being sold by Vaneast Pictures.
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)M. PT. The new cast members join Marisa Tomei, Sam Rockwell, Chris Messina and Ivan Martin in the project, which Variety first announced in Cannes in 2025. Justin Long, known for starring in Barbarian, is among the additions to Hellhound.
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Ron Perlman, who starred in Hellboy, has also signed on for the film. , recognized for his role in Everything Everywhere All At Once, joins the cast. Martin Starr, who appeared in Tulsa King, and Jarrett Austin Brown, from Stumble, round out the latest signings.
Zach Golden, director of High Heat, is helming Hellhound. Vaneast Pictures, owned by Danielle Gasher, is handling sales for the film.
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Variety published an article announcing cast additions to the film Hellhound, including Justin Long, Ron Perlman, Harry Shum Jr., Martin Starr and Jarrett Austin Brown.
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Variety announced the film Hellhound in Cannes.
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Zach Golden directed High Heat.
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Justin Long starred in Barbarian.
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Ron Perlman starred in Hellboy.
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Harry Shum Jr. starred in Everything Everywhere All At Once.
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Potential Impact
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Enhanced marketability of the film due to star power from actors like Ron Perlman and Marisa Tomei.
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Increased buzz for Hellhound ahead of production or release, potentially boosting investor interest in Vaneast Pictures.
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Potential for higher attendance at future film festivals or premieres featuring the cast.
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Opportunities for cross-promotion with actors' previous works like Everything Everywhere All At Once.
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