Will Smith to Star in Sony Sci-Fi Thriller

Will Smith, after the success of 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die,' is set to star in Sony's sci-fi thriller 'Resistor,' an adaptation of Daniel Suarez's novel 'Influx.' The plot revolves around physicist Jon Grady facing a covert organization hindering technological progress. The project involves producers like Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch, with no director attached yet. Smith's return as a top box office earner follows his controversial incident at the 2022 Oscars, with 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' exceeding $100 million domestically. The sci-fi thriller offers a promising role for Smith, marking a significant project post the Oscars incident.