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Tom Blyth, known for his role as Coriolanus Snow in The Hunger Games prequel, is set to lead the existential Wall Street comedy Bull Run. Directed by first-time filmmaker Alfredo Barrios Jr., the film will hit select theaters and video-on-demand platforms in the U.S. on November 14, 2025, thanks to distributor Vertical Entertainment.
A Wall Street world both absurd and revealing
Bull Run follows the story of Bobby Sanders, an ex-professional hockey player who makes an unlikely pivot to junior investment banking. As he tries to adjust to the ruthless pace of high finance, he’s also searching for a deeper sense of meaning in his life. A comedy set in a world where money talks louder than conscience, but where the characters, oddly enough, still have hearts.
What caught my eye here is the tone they’ve promised: funny but existential. That’s a tough balance to strike, especially in a setting that often feels cold and impersonal. Watching someone like Blyth bring vulnerability to a world fueled by performance bonuses and 80-hour workweeks could be surprisingly fresh.
An ensemble cast packed with familiar faces
Alongside Tom Blyth, the cast brings together a group of actors well-versed in both comedy and drama: To read Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton face off in 2026’s Apex trailer
- Chris Diamantopoulos (Silicon Valley), likely bringing sharp timing and swagger
- Jay Mohr (Jerry Maguire), whose roles often mix humor with a touch of chaos
- Zach Villa (American Horror Story), probably adding some edge to the ensemble
- Helena Mattsson, Jordyn Denning, Ashwin Gore, and others round out a vibrant supporting cast
Trevor Gretzky, yes, Wayne’s son, is part of the film too, which makes me curious to see how he leans into this comedy world. A few familiar names from shows like Ballers, True Detective and Shameless suggest we’re in good hands when it comes to delivering both laughs and moments that bite a little deeper.
A story inspired by real-life burnout
The screenplay comes from Bill Keenan, who lived through the madness himself and wrote about it in his memoir, Discussion Materials: Tales of a Rookie Wall Street Investment Banker. Keenan also serves as co-producer — proof that some personal stories are just too good (or too scarring) to keep to yourself.
His quote says it all: “Wall Street gave me an existential crisis. Making Bull Run gave me craft services and a producer credit.” If the script captures that same blend of self-deprecation and reflection, we could be in for a modest gem — the kind of film that doesn’t try too hard but ends up staying with you.
Backing from seasoned talent behind the scenes
Producer Doug Ellin, best known for Entourage, is on board. That gets my curiosity going because if there’s one thing Ellin knows how to depict, it’s the excesses of an amoral industry with surprising heart underneath. He’s joined by industry veterans Karen Baldwin, Howard Baldwin, Andrew Sugerman and Bill Immerman.
Director Alfredo Barrios Jr — best known for TV work on Magnum P.I. and Shelter — steps into movies for the first time. He describes the tone as “fun, funny and quirky”, and praised the cast for being “absolute revelations.” That kind of statement is easy to skip over, but it tells me he felt real chemistry on set — and that’s something you can’t script. To read Ranking Shyamalan’s Hits: Which Film Defines His Legacy?
Break the fourth wall and tell the truth
Vertical’s Tony Piantedosi said something that got me intrigued: Blyth “delivers through the fourth wall with natural comic timing.” So… we can expect witty asides, direct addresses to the camera? That always walks a fine line for me — it can feel gimmicky, or it can deliver painfully honest moments that forge a bond with the audience. If Blyth nails the timing, it could be one of the film’s strengths.
Speaking of Blyth, he’s building quite the eclectic resume. From a young President Snow to a romantic lead in the upcoming Netflix film People We Meet on Vacation, and the ongoing Billy the Kid series — he clearly isn’t afraid to take risks.
I’m curious to see where Bull Run lands. Will it just poke fun at Wall Street absurdities, or reach for something more? For now, it’s one to watch — for the cast, the tone, and maybe a little truth tucked into the comedy.
