The first glimpse of the highly anticipated and controversial biopic The Apprentice has been unveiled. Directed by Ali Abbasi, this film has already stirred up considerable buzz. The one-minute teaser, released on Tuesday, gives viewers a taste of what’s to come. In the clip, Sebastian Stan portrays a young Donald Trump, while Jeremy Strong takes on the role of Roy Cohn, Trump’s notorious mentor.
The Apprentice: The Scene and Its Impact
The teaser shows a young Trump being chauffeured through New York City, seated next to Cohn. In a key moment from the clip, Cohn, played by Strong, tells Trump that many reporters are vying for an interview and hands him the phone. Trump, portrayed by Stan, then discusses his ambitious plans to acquire the Commodore Hotel. He boasts about transforming it into “the best and finest building in the city—maybe the country,” before being prompted by Cohn to add “in the world.”
Film Details and Release Date
Briarcliff Entertainment shared this teaser on X (formerly Twitter), and it has already received a lot of attention. The film has been well-received at prestigious festivals, including Cannes and Telluride, where it earned standing ovations. The Apprentice is scheduled to hit theaters on October 11.
The movie explores the rise of a young Donald Trump and his deal with Roy Cohn, the influential lawyer and political fixer. According to the official synopsis, this Faustian bargain plays a crucial role in Trump’s path to power.
Main Cast and Characters
Alongside Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong, the film features an impressive cast. Maria Bakalova, known for her role in Transgression, plays Ivana Trump. Martin Donovan, who appeared in Insomnia, takes on the role of Fred Trump. Other cast members include Ben Sullivan as Russell Eldridge, Charlie Carrick as Fred Trump Jr., Mark Rendall as Daniel Sullivan, and Joe Pingue as Anthony Salerno.
With its star-studded cast and provocative subject matter, The Apprentice is shaping up to be a film that sparks discussion and debate.
