Doug Liman's Upcoming Spy Thriller: Star One Casts Teller and Redmayne in High-Stakes CIA Mission
Noah Mitchell
Published May 17, 2026
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Director Doug Liman returns to action cinema with Star One, partnering Miles Teller and Eddie Redmayne for a gripping spy adventure. The film follows two contrasting CIA operatives on a perilous global mission to smuggle arms.
Based on an untold true story, Star One blends real-world intrigue with cinematic excitement. Liman, known for his dynamic style, returns after his breakthrough with Bitcoin, while Teller and Redmayne bring fresh energy to the project.
Teller portrays a bold agent alongside Redmayne's meticulous strategist. Their mission spans hostile territories, delivering arms with high stakes and intense pressure.
The screenplay adapts an untold true story—an overlooked chapter in intelligence history. David Coggeshall, known for The Family Plan, handles the script, with Liman directing.
This follows Liman's earlier work on Bitcoin, a biopic featuring Casey Affleck and Gal Gadot. Star One will debut at Cannes, distributed by CAA domestically and Black Bear internationally.
Both actors boast action credentials: Teller in Divergent and The Gorge, Redmayne in acclaimed TV adaptations. Teller's current projects include Michael, Paper Tigers, and the animated The Ark and the Aardvark. His next live-action role arrives in 2027 with a Julia Roberts and Elizabeth Olsen ensemble.
Liman's action filmography spans Bourne Identity, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and recent announcements include a reunion with Angelina Jolie. Production status for The Initiative remains uncertain amid Star One's development.
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Rating: 14/10
Release Details: June 14, 2002 | Runtime: 119 minutes | Director: Doug Liman
Cast: Miles Teller, Eddie Redmayne, [Additional Cast Members]
Where to Watch: Streaming, Rent, Buy options available
Writers: Tony Gilroy, William Blake Herron, Robert Ludlum
Producers: Patrick Crowley
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