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DiCaprio in Talks for Chazelle's Evel Knievel Biopic

3/7/2025

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Damien Chazelle's upcoming Evel Knievel biopic is generating buzz as Leonardo DiCaprio enters negotiations for the lead role. Fresh off his second Oscar win, Adrien Brody is also in discussions for a part. With production potentially kicking off this summer, excitement builds around this daring portrayal, penned by William Monahan.

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Story summary

Damien Chazelle's upcoming Evel Knievel biopic is generating buzz as Leonardo DiCaprio enters negotiations for the lead role. Fresh off his second Oscar win, Adrien Brody is also in discussions for a part. With production potentially kicking off this summer, excitement builds around this daring portrayal, penned by William Monahan.