Harsh Vardhan
Jamie Foxx is a multi-talented American entertainer whose illustrious career spans over three decades, marked by remarkable versatility and accolades across film, television, music, and comedy. He made his first notable appearance in the entertainment industry as a stand-up comedian and cast member of the sketch comedy series ‘In Living Color’ in the early 1990s. However, it was his breakthrough role in the biographical film ‘Ray’ (2004) that catapulted him to international recognition. His portrayal of legendary musician Ray Charles earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor, a Golden Globe, and numerous other prestigious awards.
Foxx’s filmography boasts an impressive range of roles, including his notable performances in ‘Django Unchained’ (2012) and ‘Collateral’ (2004). He has demonstrated his musical prowess with chart-topping albums and memorable collaborations, earning him a Grammy Award. Beyond acting and music, Foxx has also excelled as a television host and producer, showcasing his charismatic presence and wit. If you are intrigued about his upcoming projects, you are at the right place!
1. Tin Soldier (September 12, 2025)
‘Tin Soldier’ is an eagerly anticipated action thriller film penned by Jess Fuerst and Brad Furman and directed by Furman himself. The movie boasts a stellar cast featuring Foxx in the lead role as Bokushi, alongside acting legend Robert De Niro and Scott Eastwood. The storyline revolves around Bokushi, who offers a unique program aimed at providing a sense of purpose and direction to combat veterans in the United States. However, as the Government grows increasingly concerned about the rapid expansion of the well-armed, highly skilled, and unwaveringly dedicated Shinjas within the cult-like “Program,” tensions rise. The film also includes an impressive ensemble of talents such as Joey Bicicchi, John Leguizamo, Shamier Anderson, Rita Ora, and Nora Arnezeder. Having completed post-production, ‘Tin Soldier’ will be released on September 12, 2025. You can watch the trailer here.
2. Beat Shazam Season 8 (2025)
Fox has renewed the musical game show ‘Beat Shazam‘ for its eighth season. Created by Jeff Apploff and Wes Kauble, the show is hosted by Foxx, accompanied by his daughter Corinne, who is the DJ. In the game, two teams compete to recognize songs by merely listening to the audio. The team that performs the best gets to compete against the Shazam app (the show’s computer) and has a chance to win $1,000,000. Season 8 has completed production, and a release date is awaited.
3. Fight For ’84 (TBA)
Andrés Baiz will direct the Netflix biographical drama ‘Fight For ’84,’ a true story set in the aftermath of the 1980 plane crash that killed the US Olympic Boxing Team. Foxx will play the new coach who is brought in to form a new team, which eventually wins the most medals at the 1984 Olympics. Filming will take place between September and December 2025. Andrea Berloff, John Gatins, and Andy Weiss wrote the screenplay. A release date is awaited.
4. King Spawn (TBA)
The upcoming ‘King Spawn’ movie is set to be an R-rated supernatural horror film. Drawing inspiration from the comic book source material, ‘King Spawn’ tells the story of Al Simmons, a former black-ops agent who strikes a sinister deal with a demon after betrayal and death. The demon allows him to return to Earth, but when he reemerges, five years have passed, his wife has moved on, and he finds himself wandering the Earth as a disfigured spawn of hell. Foxx is slated to take on the role of Al Simmons/Spawn, while Jeremy Renner is set to play Detective Twitch.
Unfortunately, the film has been stuck in development limbo, and fans eagerly await further updates on its progress. In 2022, Scott Silver, Malcolm Spellman, and Matt Mixon came on board to pen a new screenplay for the film. Despite its challenges, the prospect of Foxx portraying the iconic character and a supernatural horror take on the story promises an intriguing and dark cinematic experience. More details are eagerly awaited.
5. Signal Hill (TBA)
‘Signal Hill’ is an eagerly awaited biographical drama film under the direction of Taylor Hackford. The film delves into a gripping narrative as it portrays the renowned lawyer Johnnie Cochran stepping into a pivotal police brutality case in 1981. The case centers around the suspicious death of a young college student named Ron Settles while in police custody. Foxx will portray Black Panther leader Elmer “Geronimo” Pratt. He is joined by Anthony Mackie, who will play Johnnie Cochran, and Elizabeth Banks, who will play Mary Neiswender, an investigative newspaper reporter. Currently in the post-production phase, ‘Signal Hill’ holds the promise of a compelling and thought-provoking cinematic experience, shedding light on an important chapter in legal history and social justice.
6. Untitled Jamie Foxx Documentary (TBA)
Marques T. Owens is making an untitled documentary with Fox attached to feature alongside Keyshia Cole. Nothing is known about the project other than the fact that it has reached its post-production stage and awaits a release date.
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