Woody Allen’s next feature, his 51st as a director, is set to begin shooting in Madrid on October 5, 2026, marking a return to Spain after a long delay from its originally planned spring start. The project, working titled WASP 2026 (Woody Allen Spring Project), will be largely English-language with a high-profile cast, though specific actors and plot details remain unconfirmed. Produced by Gravier Productions, Wanda Vision, and Saudi-backed 3Six9 Studios, the film has an estimated budget of $14 million, partially supported by €3 million in funding from Madrid authorities which requires the city’s name to appear in the final title. While sales are rolling via partners like WestEnd Films for his previous French-language film Coup de Chance, this new Madrid-set thriller represents Allen’s continued production across Europe despite ongoing industry controversies.
So, grab your popcorn and prepare for the cinematic event of… well, whenever it actually hits theaters. Woody Allen is back at it again, and this time he’s assembled a cast that has us both intrigued and mildly confused. Yes, folks, it’s official: filming for his latest flick is set to begin, and we’ve got the scoop on who’s joining the fun.
First up, let’s talk about the cast. We have Marton Csokas—yes, that guy you’ve seen in everything from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to ‘The Equalizer.’ He’s got that brooding intensity that can make even the simplest line sound like Shakespeare. Add to that Jemima Kirke, who you might recognize from ‘Girls’ or her stunning turn in ‘The Little Hours.’ And yes, you’re probably wondering if she’ll be playing the quirky character who has an existential crisis halfway through the film. Spoiler alert: probably.
Now, let’s not forget the other names on the roster, but let’s face it, if you’re not familiar with the cast, you might be more interested in the fact that WestEnd is handling sales for this project. Yes, the film industry’s equivalent of a high-stakes poker game where everyone’s trying to get a piece of the pie while pretending they’re not sweating bullets. WestEnd’s involvement suggests that they believe in this project—either that or they’ve lost a bet and are obligated to finance it.
But before you start marking your calendars, let’s take a moment to reflect on the fact that Woody Allen has been a polarizing figure in Hollywood for quite some time now. His films often tread that fine line between genius and controversy—kind of like that friend who always shows up to parties with a questionable story that makes everyone a bit uncomfortable but also slightly entertained. You know the one.
As for the plot? Well, that’s still under wraps, which is probably for the best. After all, if we knew everything beforehand, where would the fun be? We could speculate wildly about a love triangle set against the backdrop of a New York City café or perhaps a murder mystery involving a jazz musician. Who knows? The possibilities are endless, and so is our imagination.
So, while we wait for the first teaser to drop, let’s just sit back, relax, and hope that Woody’s latest venture brings us some delightful banter, awkward moments, and maybe even a little bit of wisdom—because who doesn’t love a good dose of philosophical musings wrapped in a comedic bow?
In the meantime, keep your eyes peeled for more updates, because if there’s one thing we know, it’s that the film industry is never short on drama, both on and off the screen. And who knows? Maybe this film will be the one that changes everything. Or at least gives us something to talk about over brunch.
Inspired by: “Cast Confirmed For Woody Allen’s Next Movie As Filming Set To Begin, WestEnd Boards Sales” (r/Entertainment)