Gerard Butler leads the cast of the action-thriller Empire City, currently filming in Australia. The film centers on a hostage situation inside New York’s iconic Clybourn Building, where Butler’s character Rhett, a former Navy SEAL turned firefighter, teams up with his NYPD wife Dani, played by Hayley Atwell, to rescue captives.
Plot and Key Characters Unveiled
Empire City follows Rhett and his squad as they navigate the dangerous hostage crisis, facing off against the antagonist Hawkins, portrayed by Omari Hardwick. The story intensifies as Butler and Atwell’s characters combine their firefighting and police skills to save those trapped inside the building.
Joining the lead roles, Mel Jarnson, Tre Hale, Michael Beach, Dominic Bogart, Stephen Murphy, Jack DiFalco, and Kaiwi Lyman round out the supporting cast. The mix of experienced actors brings depth to the tense, high-stakes scenario unfolding within the film.
Production and Industry Details
Directed by Michael Matthews, the screenplay is crafted by Brian Tucker and S. Craig Zahler. Production is managed by Marc Butan, Gerard Butler, Alan Siegel, and Paul Currie. International sales fall under The Veterans, while CAA Media Finance handles domestic rights, with further sales discussions scheduled for the European Film Market in Berlin.
The Film’s Development and Next Steps
With filming actively progressing in Australia, Empire City aims to deliver an intense thriller experience through its combination of action, drama, and a high-tension hostage narrative. The movie’s distribution plans and market presence at the Berlin event are crucial next steps in reaching global audiences.
