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Fleming, Shayk Join Stone & Pine in 'The Catch'
1 Aug
Summary
- Chris Fleming and Irina Shayk are joining Universal's baseball rom-com.
- The film, 'The Catch,' stars Emma Stone and Chris Pine in lead roles.
- Dave McCary is directing the project from a Jen Statsky script.
Comedian Chris Fleming and supermodel-actress Irina Shayk have officially joined the cast of Universal Pictures' romantic comedy, 'The Catch.' The film features a star-studded lineup including Emma Stone and Chris Pine in leading roles. While specific plot points and character details are currently confidential, the project promises a unique blend of romance and baseball themes.
Directing 'The Catch' is Dave McCary, working from a script penned by Jen Statsky and Travis Helwig. The ensemble cast also includes notable actors Tim Robbins, Sissy Spacek, Ashley Padilla, and Druski. Production is being handled by Stone's Fruit Tree company, alongside 21 Laps, through their respective first-look deals with Universal Pictures.
Fleming, known for his HBO comedy special, is no stranger to Universal, having recently been cast in 'The Comeback King.' Shayk, a celebrated supermodel, previously made her acting debut in the 2014 film 'Hercules.'
The romantic comedy is scheduled to be released in theaters on May 21, 2026. This marks another significant production for Universal Pictures in the comedy genre.
