Pedro Pascal is stepping into a new role in Tony Gilroy’s upcoming thriller Behemoth. Known for Michael Clayton and Rogue One, Gilroy directs Pascal as a cellist returning to Los Angeles after 20 years, confronting the ghosts of his past in a city that has changed as much as he has. The official trailer has now been released, teasing a haunting exploration of memory, music, and redemption.
Quick read
- Title: Behemoth
- Director: Tony Gilroy (Michael Clayton, Rogue One)
- Plot: A cellist returns to Los Angeles after 20 years to confront his past.
Pascal’s haunting return
The trailer introduces Pascal’s character, a once‑promising musician whose return to Los Angeles forces him to reckon with unresolved trauma and fractured relationships. Gilroy’s signature style — taut dialogue, layered tension, and morally complex characters — is evident in the footage, positioning Behemoth as both a character study and a suspenseful drama.
Gilroy’s vision
Tony Gilroy has built a reputation for crafting intelligent thrillers that balance personal stakes with broader social commentary. With Behemoth, he appears to be weaving music and memory into a narrative about identity and the weight of the past. The film’s Los Angeles setting adds a moody, atmospheric backdrop to Pascal’s journey.
Release date
Behemoth will open in theaters on December 4, 2026, marking Pascal’s latest prestige project and Gilroy’s return to the big screen.