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Jennifer Lawrence to Star in Zach Cregger’s Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Flood’

The "Silver Linings Playbook" Oscar winner will team up with the "Weapons" director for the New Line film set for an August 2028 release The post Jennifer Lawrence to Star in Zach Cregger’s Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Flood’ appeared first on TheWrap .

Jennifer Lawrence has been chosen to star in Zach Cregger's upcoming science fiction film, "The Flood." The project is being produced by New Line Cinema and will be distributed by Warner Bros., with a release date set for August 11, 2028. The film is an original sci-fi thriller, with its plot details still under wraps. Vertigo Entertainment and Amblin Entertainment are also contributing to the production.

"The Flood" marks Cregger's second collaboration with New Line, following the success of his 2025 hit "Weapons," which grossed $270 million worldwide. Cregger expressed enthusiasm about working with Warner Bros., New Line, and Lawrence again, while Warner Bros. credited Lawrence as one of the most talented actors in the industry, noting their excitement to bring the film to a global audience.

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