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Netflix’s “Positano” Expands Cast with Five New Additions
7/21/2026, 12:33:29 AM
New Cast Announced
Academy Award-winning director Daniel Roher has confirmed that five actors will join the ensemble of his upcoming Netflix film Positano. The newcomers are Toni Collette (known for *Hereditary*), Karren Karagulian (from *Anora*), Salvatore Esposito (of *Gomorrah*), Michele Savoia (seen in *Ferrari*), and Lorenzo de Moor (featured in *You, Me & Tuscany*). Their specific roles remain undisclosed.
Film Overview and Creative Team
Positano follows “a charming jewel thief who gives up the good life to help a mysterious woman as they plot a high-stakes score that’s worth a lot more than just money.” The project stars Matthew McConaughey and Zoe Saldaña. The screenplay was written by Alessandro Tanaka and Brian Gatewood. Production is being handled by Eric Fellner and Tim Bevan for Working Title, alongside Derrin Schlesinger. Executive producers include Amelia Granger, Katherine Pomfret, and the scriptwriters Alessandro Tanaka and Brian Gatewood.
Key Cast Profiles
- Toni Collette – Recent credits include Netflix’s *Wayward*, Bong Joon Ho’s *Mickey 17*, and Clint Eastwood’s *Juror #2*. Upcoming projects feature the Morten Tyldum drama *Ibelin*, *Fangs* opposite Joel Edgerton, and the AI-themed thriller *2034* for Netflix.
- Karren Karagulian – Known for collaborations with Sean Baker on *Anora* and *Red Rocket*. Future work includes David Fincher’s follow-up to *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood* and Amazon MGM’s holiday action comedy *The Man with the Bag*.
- Salvatore Esposito – Will appear opposite Anthony Hopkins, Al Pacino, Andy Garcia, and Jessica Alba in the drama *Maserati: The Brothers*. Prior roles span *Gomorrah*, *Den of Thieves: Pantera*, and *Fargo* Season 4.
- Michele Savoia – Previously featured in Michael Mann’s *Ferrari*.
- Lorenzo de Moor – Recent credits include *You, Me & Tuscany* and *Another Simple Favor*. Upcoming appearances are slated for *Maserati: The Brothers*, a reboot of *Cliffhanger*, and Mel Gibson’s *The Resurrection of the Christ: Part Two*.
Production Credits and Representation
Representatives for the cast include CAA, United Management, Finley Management, Jackoway Austen Tyerman (Collette); Buchwald, Curate, Ginsburg Daniels Kallis (Karagulian); TT Agency, Vault Entertainment (Esposito); C.D.A. Studio Di Nardo, Red Talent Management (Savoia); and Volver Actor, 42 (de Moor).
The announcement underscores the film’s growing ensemble as production advances under Working Title’s partnership with Netflix.
