Major casting has been announced this month for the new Western feature Blood on the Promontory, a rugged escape story from director Ray Mendoza. The ensemble — anchored by Sam Worthington, Jai Courtney, Jack Quaid, Jaeden Martell and LaMonica Garrett — signals a high-profile push for a genre picture built around familiar screen faces.
The screenplay, penned by Evan Cooper, follows five incarcerated men who, shackled together by the ankle, attempt to flee through a harsh mountain landscape after a bloody train robbery. Specific character information remains confidential as the production prepares to move forward.
Behind the camera, producers include Nina Yang Bongiovi, Paul Hadad, Glenn Kleczkowski and Mark Gillard, with Danny Peykoff serving as executive producer. Peykoff’s Big Newport Studios is listed as the production company, and WME Independent will handle international sales.
Cast at a glance
- Sam Worthington — Coming off the global success of the latest Avatar installment, Worthington brings blockbuster name recognition and several projects on his slate, including a Netflix series due this month and additional feature work.
- Jai Courtney — Currently visible in Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe, Courtney has multiple upcoming films, keeping him active across streaming and theatrical releases.
- Jack Quaid — Known to younger audiences from a hit streaming series, Quaid is lined up for another Amazon comedy opposite Brie Larson.
- Jaeden Martell — Having earned attention in genre and prestige projects, Martell is attached to a Netflix adaptation tied to Guillermo del Toro’s production banner.
- LaMonica Garrett — A frequent presence in Taylor Sheridan’s shows, Garrett continues to expand his film work with a new action title on the way.
The casting mixes proven franchise actors with performers who have become staples of high-end streaming dramas, suggesting producers want both star appeal and festival/streaming potential. That combination can help secure distribution and attract international buyers — one reason WME Independent’s involvement is noteworthy.
For viewers, the film’s premise offers a contained, intense set-up: five men tethered together, forced to cooperate while navigating treacherous terrain and the fallout from a violent crime. That scenario promises a character-driven, survival-oriented drama rather than a wide-ranging epic.
Neither a production schedule nor a release window has been revealed. As development progresses, further casting details and logistical plans are expected to surface through trade announcements and the sales agent’s marketplace activity.
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