Los Angeles, Jan. 21 -- Madelyn Cline is in advanced talks to headline a major studio comedy opposite Glen Powell in an untitled feature to be directed by Judd Apatow.
The film, an original concept developed at Universal, has been co-written by Apatow and Powell, with Cristin Milloti also attached to the cast, reports DEADLINE.
The comedy, slated for theatrical release on February 5, 2027, centres on Powell as a country-western music star whose career and personal life spiral into chaos.
Apatow will produce through his longstanding Apatow Productions overall deal with the studio, and Powell and Dan Cohen will produce through Barnstorm's first-look deal. Kevin Misher will produce through Misher Films. Universal Senior EVP Production Devel...