"Elf Prince" joins the "Gran Turismo" live-action movie to start filming in Europe next week

According to THR's exclusive report, following David Harbour (Stranger Things) and Archie Madekwe, "Elf Prince" Orlando Bloom will join the live-action movie adapted from Sony's "Gran Turismo" game.

The Gran Turismo live-action film, written by Jason Hall (American Sniper) and Zach Baylin (King Richard), is based on a true story. The project is described as the ultimate wish fulfillment story of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills allow him to win a series of Nissan races and become a true professional racing driver.

Madekwe will play the teenager, while David Harbour will play the retired race car driver who teaches the teenager how to drive.

Archie Madekwe

Bloom will play a marketing executive eager to sell the sport of motorsport, who may also believe in the art of the sport.

The live-action Gran Turismo film will begin filming in Europe next week and is scheduled to be released on August 11, 2023.