Watch the first trailer for the drama «Behemoth!» starring Pedro Pascal

The actor takes on the role of a cellist

Searchlight Pictures has unveiled the first trailer for «Behemoth!», the new drama from writer and director Tony Gilroy, best known for the film «Michael Clayton» and the series «Andor». Pedro Pascal leads the cast, starring opposite Olivia Wilde.

The story follows gifted cellist Alex Serian, who returns to Los Angeles after spending two decades touring the world. Back home, he is faced not only with reconnecting with his family, but also with the challenge of re-evaluating his life and rebuilding long-lost relationships with those closest to him.

To prepare for the role, Pedro Pascal learned to play the cello. He trained with an instructor every day and continued rehearsing even after filming had wrapped each day. Although he had previously played the piano, mastering the cello became an entirely new artistic challenge for the actor.

Joining Pascal and Olivia Wilde in the cast are Eva Victor, Alexa Swinton, Kaya Rolls, Margarita Levieva, Hank Azaria and Will Arnett.

«Behemoth!» is set to premiere worldwide on December 4, 2026. Following the release of the first trailer, international film critics described Pascal’s performance as one of the most promising of his career, with many suggesting it could earn him his first Academy Award nomination.

Earlier, a new trailer for «Dune: Part Three», starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, was also released.

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