Washington DC, July 8 -- Actor Dwayne Johnson is set to star in the new action-drama, 'Free Byrd,' which is produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, reported by Variety.

According to the outlet, 'Free Byrd' stars Johnson as a Las Vegas motorcycle stuntman who conceals his dementia diagnosis from everyone, including his mechanic brother, as he risks everything on one last jump.

The film, the official logline explains, "examines and confronts the mind's vast mysteries and the beauty and power of asking for help before it's too late."

Greg Kwedar, an Academy Award nominee for 'Sing Sing' and 'Train Dreams' will direct 'Free Byrd' and rewrite the screenplay. The script was originated by Jon Boyer and featured on the Black List.

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