Draft:Grendel (upcoming film)

Grendel is an upcoming American fantasy film written and directed by Robert D. Krzykowski. It is based on the novel of the same name by John Gardner.

Premise
A telling of the story of Beowulf, from the perspective of Grendel.

Cast

 * Jeff Bridges as Grendel
 * Dave Bautista as Beowulf
 * Bryan Cranston as King Hrothgar
 * Sam Elliott as The Dragon
 * Thomasin McKenzie as Queen Wealhtheow
 * Aidan Turner as Unferth
 * T Bone Burnett as The Shaper

Production
It was announced in May 2024 that Jeff Bridges, Dave Bautista, Bryan Cranston, Sam Elliott, Thomasin Mckenzie, Aidan Turner and T Bone Burnett were cast to star in the film, with Robert D. Krzykowski writing and directing. Burnett will also provide several original songs for the film.