In December 2023, actor Jonathan Majors, who gained acclaim for his roles in “Loki” and “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania,” faced legal repercussions after being found guilty of reckless assault in the third degree and a harassment charge stemming from an altercation with his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. Following the verdict, Marvel Studios promptly ended its association with him. Despite his ongoing claims of innocence, Majors completed a 52-week domestic violence intervention program.
As he attempts to revive his career post-controversy, Majors is gearing up to start filming his first movie in four years—a yet-to-be-titled action film set to begin production in South Carolina. The project is a collaboration between The Daily Wire and Bonfire Legend, companies with notable backgrounds in politically themed media and entertainment. The Daily Wire, founded by political commentator Ben Shapiro, has previously produced projects involving actors who faced similar challenges in the industry, such as Gina Carano.
Kyle Rankin, known for his work on “Run Hide Fight,” is at the helm of the film as both writer and director. The storyline is described as reminiscent of classic ’80s and ’90s action films like “Red Dawn” and “Toy Soldiers,” featuring young protagonists uniting against adversaries. The film is being produced by Ben Shapiro and Dallas Sonnier, along with a team that includes Caleb Robinson and Mike Richards in executive roles.
While Majors has an immediate project on the horizon, he also has another film, Martin Villeneuve’s supernatural thriller “Merciless,” awaiting the start of production. Moreover, during a previous interaction with media, Majors expressed optimism about the possibility of returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, indicating that the nature of the multiverse opens up numerous opportunities for his character’s return, which many fans are hopeful about.
This new venture represents a significant step in Majors’ journey of redemption, and it showcases his resilience in navigating the complexities of personal and professional challenges in the entertainment industry. With a strong production team and a narrative that harkens back to beloved action classics, Majors is set to make a bold comeback.