Palmer (film)


Palmer is an upcoming American drama film, directed by Fisher Stevens from a screenplay by Cheryl Guerriero. It stars Justin Timberlake, Ryder Allen, Alisha Wainwright, June Squibb, and Juno Temple.

Premise

The film is about Eddie Palmer, a former college football star, who saw his professional career shattered after he was imprisoned. He returns to his hometown after spending time in jail only to find trouble hounding him from his past. He then forms an unlikely friendship with a boy who was abandoned by his mother. While caring for him, Eddie also meets and starts a relationship with Maggie, a teacher.

Cast

In September 2019, it was announced Justin Timberlake had joined the cast of the film, with Fisher Stevens directing from a screenplay by Cheryl Guerriero. In October 2019, Alisha Wainwright joined the cast of the film. In November 2019, Ryder Allen joined the cast of the film.
Principal photography began in November 2019.

Release

In July 2020, Apple TV+ acquired distribution rights to the film.