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Teyonah Parris Joins Apple’s Sports Drama “Running”
8/21/2026, 4:10:34 AM
Film Premise and Production Partners
Apple Original Films’ upcoming sports drama Running adds Teyonah Parris to a cast that already includes Spike Fearn, Brian Tyree Henry, Rhea Seehorn and Andrew Schulz. The picture, directed by Gavin O’Connor, follows a homeless high-school track prodigy who pursues greatness while trying to outrun his past and find a sense of family. The story originates from O’Connor and screenwriter Bill Dubuqe, who also authored the script. Production is a collaboration between Makeready and Waffle Iron Entertainment, with Nike participating as a producing partner—an apt fit given the film’s athletic focus.
Parris’s Recent High-Profile Roles
Parris arrives on the project after a busy stretch that includes the Netflix conspiracy comedy They Cloned Tyrone opposite John Boyega and Jamie Foxx, the Marvel Cinematic Universe film The Marvels alongside Brie Larson and Iman Vellani, and the Netflix dark-comedy series No Good Deed. She first gained widespread recognition for originating the adult version of Monica Rambeau in the Emmy-winning series WandaVision, later reprising the role in The Marvels. Her representation is handled by CAA and Fox Rothschild.
Upcoming Apple Projects and Release Schedule
Parris’s involvement with Apple Original Films extends beyond “Running.” She is also slated to appear in the live-action adventure Matchbox the Movie, inspired by Mattel’s die-cast toy line, opposite John Cena and Jessica Biel. Matchbox is scheduled for release on October 9.
Context Within Apple’s Content Strategy
The addition of Parris underscores Apple’s continued investment in original, genre-diverse storytelling, pairing established talent with new narratives. By pairing a sports-driven drama with a high-concept adventure, Apple aims to broaden its film slate while leveraging partnerships with brands such as Nike to enhance authenticity.
