Dwayne Johnson to star in motorcycle stuntman film 'Free Byrd
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is set to star in the action-drama film 'Free Byrd,' directed by Greg Kwedar. The film features Johnson as a motorcycle stuntman dealing with dementia, whose diagnosis is kept secret from his mechanic brother. Johnson expressed personal connection to the project, co-produced by Artists Equity and featuring a collaborative creative team. The film's release schedule has not yet been announced, following Johnson's upcoming role in a Disney live-action adaptation of 'Moana.'
- •Johnson stars as a motorcycle stuntman in 'Free Byrd'.
- •Film directed by Greg Kwedar, known for 'Sing Sing'.
- •Johnson's character hides a dementia diagnosis from his brother.
- •Produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Artists Equity.
- •No release date has been set for the film.
- 10:10 PMWrestling Inc — Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Set For Motorcycle Stuntman Film From 'Sing Sing' Director
"Former WWE Champion Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson will star as a motorcycle stuntman in a new action-drama film.
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