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Kate Beckinsale Leads Action Thriller “Drifter” Filming in Ohio
8/8/2026, 1:39:17 AM
Production Launch and Plot Overview
An action-thriller titled “Drifter” has begun principal photography across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. The story follows Wendy Ford, an interim police chief who must defend her isolated station after impostors posing as FBI agents and a heavily armed mercenary team launch an assault to free a prisoner. The narrative pits Ford against a mysterious drifter with a hidden past, forcing an uneasy alliance as the town faces a lethal threat.
Cast and Crew
The film’s ensemble includes Kate Beckinsale (known for *Underworld*), Dermot Mulroney (*Chicago Fire*), Robert Knepper (*Prison Break*), and rapper Sticky Fingaz. Supporting roles feature Bill Sage, Beau Bommarito, Ema Horvath, Maia Kai, and entrepreneur-media personality John Cerasani. Production is overseen by Randall Emmett and Joel Cohen through their independent company Convergence Entertainment, with additional involvement from Dream Team Films.
Production Context and Prior Work
Director Randall Emmett previously released the action thriller “The Gentleman Thief,” starring John Travolta, on July 28, 2026. Emmett’s career includes producing credits on Oscar-nominated *The Irishman*, Martin Scorsese’s *Silence*, and *Lone Survivor*. In 2022 and 2023, Emmett faced multiple allegations of industry wrongdoing, which he publicly denied. Since then he has produced titles such as *Alarum* (with Sylvester Stallone and Scott Eastwood) and *High Rollers* (starring John Travolta).
Official Statements
Emmett expressed enthusiasm for the Ohio shoot, noting that the region’s locations enhance the film’s atmosphere. He highlighted Beckinsale’s performance, stating that working with her has exceeded expectations and that the cast’s collaboration is generating a product the team is proud to share with audiences.
Production Details
“Drifter” is fully financed by Convergence Entertainment, with Emmett and Cohen serving as producers. The film’s setting—a quiet Midwestern town—mirrors its on-location shooting, emphasizing authenticity in the action-thriller’s visual style.
