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Will Smith Teams with AnnaSophia Robb for Amazon-Miramax Thriller “Supermax”
7/22/2026, 12:38:33 AM
New Thriller “Supermax” Casts AnnaSophia Robb Opposite Will Smith
Will Smith is set to star in the upcoming thriller Supermax, with AnnaSophia Robb confirmed as his partner on-screen. The two actors will portray detectives who infiltrate a super-maximum-security prison to investigate a mysterious murder.
Production and Distribution Details
The film is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios in partnership with Miramax. Amazon MGM Studios is finalizing a worldwide distribution agreement that will make the movie available on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories. The Picture Company, represented by Andrew Rona and Alex Heineman, is also producing alongside Smith’s Westbrook Entertainment and Adam Fishbach. Executive production duties are shared among Miramax chief Jonathan Glickman, President Alexandra Loewy, COO Thom Zadra, and SVP Spencer Ela, as well as writers David Weil and David J. Rosen.
Creative Team and Writing Credits
David Gordon Green is attached to direct Supermax. The screenplay is written by David Weil and David J. Rosen, the duo known for their work on the television series *Hunters* and *Invasion*. Both writers will also serve as executive producers, alongside associate producer Natalie Laine Williams.
AnnaSophia Robb’s Recent Career Highlights
Robb, who recently led the Amazon MGM biopic *I Play Rocky*, is gaining momentum after her acclaimed performance in the Emmy-winning Netflix film *Rebel Ridge*. Her résumé includes roles in Disney’s *Bridge to Terabithia*, the biopic *Soul Surfer*, and the *Sex and the City* prequel *The Carrie Diaries*. She is also slated to return for a second season of Prime Video’s comedy *Overcompensating*.
Outlook and Release Platform
With Amazon MGM Studios securing global distribution and Miramax providing executive oversight, Supermax is positioned for a broad Prime Video launch. The collaboration brings together Smith’s Westbrook Entertainment, seasoned director Green, and a writing team experienced in high-stakes thrillers, setting expectations for a widely accessible streaming event.
