Jashandeep Singh
Vera Farmiga is a bundle of talent who has illuminated both the big and small screens with her incredible performances. From her compelling act opposite George Clooney in ‘Up in the Air,’ in which her emotional depth as an actress is evident, to her spine-chilling portrayal of Lorraine Warren in the blockbuster horror franchise ‘The Conjuring,’ Farmiga’s career is a testimony to her versatility. The Oscar-nominated actress has also impressed audiences with her captivating performances in ‘The Departed,’ ‘Source Code,’ and ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters,’ ‘Bates Motel,’ ‘When They See Us,’ etc.
And just when people thought Farmiga had done it all, she took up the director’s hat and helmed the acclaimed film ‘Higher Ground.’ Looking at the actress’ exceptional filmography, one can’t help but wonder what fascinating projects she is going to be a part of next. So here is the list of all Vera Farmiga’s upcoming films and TV shows.
1. The Leader (2026)
Farmiga is all set to star as Heaven’s Gate cult leader Bonnie Nettles in ‘The Leader.’ The biographical film showcases the gruesome true story of the thirty-nine members of the cult who committed mass suicide in 1997, believing that they would ascend to heaven. The real-life Nettles served as an interpreter of signs and the mystic of the cult, and she died in 1985, twelve years before the mass murders. The film is written and directed by Michael J. Gallagher. ‘The Leader’ also stars Tim Blake Nelson as the cult’s co-founder, Marshall Applewhite. Jim Parsons, Michael C. Hall, Grace Caroline Currey, Danielle Vasinova, and Simon Rex are also cast. The film is undergoing post-production and will be released in 2026.
2. Weekend Warriors (TBA)
Written and directed by Stephen Chbosky, ‘Weekend Warriors’ is an upcoming comedy-drama based on the German film ‘Weekend Rebels’ (2023). it is based on the true story of Mirco and his autistic son Jason von Juterzcenka as revealed in their autobiographical book ‘Wir Wochenendrebellen.’
In the German drama, the father takes his son to every Premier League soccer club so that the latter can pick his favorite team. In the Wahlberg starrer, the father takes his son to every NBA team for the same reason, given that The SpringHill Company, co-founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, is co-producing it. The cast includes Farmiga, Mark Wahlberg, Wood Harris, Didi Conn, and Mark Linn-Baker. Currently in its post-production stage, the Apple Original Films project is in post-production and awaits a release date.
3. The Billion Dollar Spy (TBA)
Farmiga will star alongside Russell Crowe, Rufus Sewell, Willa Fitzgerald, Harry Lawtey, and Justin Theroux in Amma Asante’s thriller drama ‘The Billion Dollar Spy.’ Based on David E. Hoffman’s book, the plot, adapted by Benjamin August and Stephen Gaghan, tells the true story of Adolf Tolkachev (Crowe), who risked his life to pass thousands of pages of classified Soviet intelligence to the U.S. He remained persistent despite repeated rejections by the CIA, embodying immense courage to take a stand against a regime that betrayed its people. He finally finds an ally in CIA agent Tom Lenihan (Lawtey), and slowly manages to shift the balance of power. Farmiga will play Natasha, Tolkachev’s wife. The film is in its post-production phase and awaits a release date.
4. Gossamer (TBA)
Based on Lois Lowry’s eponymous novel, ‘Gossamer’ is an animated series that follows Littlest One, who is undergoing training to become a Gossamer, a dream-giving fairy. Every night, Littlest One and her trainer, Bertrand, visit a human named Vera, who receives the dream. Farmiga is attached to the project as a voice actor, along with Forest Whitaker, Thomasin McKenzie, Richard E. Grant, Wilmer Valderrama, Alanna Masterson, and Courtney Rosemont. The 8 episode show is directed by Azazel Jacobs (‘French Exit’ and ‘The Lovers’) and Heidi Bivens, who is making her directorial debut with the series. The eight-episode animated series has been in post-production for a long time, but details are awaited regarding its release.
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