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Thwaites, Moriarty Cast in Hacker Flick C.L.A.Y.
3 Nov
Summary
- Brenton Thwaites and Erin Moriarty join Nicolas Cage in C.L.A.Y.
- The cyber-thriller follows a computer prodigy joining a hacker collective.
- Filming is set to commence in London in November 2026.
Brenton Thwaites and Erin Moriarty are the latest additions to the cast of C.L.A.Y., a new psychological cyber-thriller. They will star with previously announced actors, including Nicolas Cage. The film is written, directed, and produced by Simon Afram.
The movie follows a brilliant yet socially withdrawn computer prodigy. This individual discovers a sense of purpose and community within C.L.A.Y., an underground hacker group. Their exploits blend digital provocations with real-world repercussions.
As the hacker collective gains notoriety, their activities attract the scrutiny of intelligence agencies, criminal syndicates, and rival hackers. The film is slated for production in London starting November 2026.
Simon Afram, who previously wrote and produced the WWII espionage feature Fortitude, is making his directorial debut with C.L.A.Y. He expressed excitement about the complete cast and the upcoming production.
The production team includes producers Georgette Turner, Edward Kahl, Reza Roohi, and Adrian Topol. Bianca Goodloe, David Scaramanga, Cüneyt Kaya, and Daniel Haido are executive producers.
