Andrew Garfield to Star as Sam Altman in OpenAI Movie

The teaser trailer for Luca Guadagnino's biographical film Artificial has officially dropped, starring Andrew Garfield as OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman. According to the newly released footage, the film centers on a five-day leadership crisis at the tech company that culminated in Altman getting fired and subsequently reinstated as CEO. 'We're going to call it ChatGPT,' the actor says in the clip. 'We open Pandora's box together. The future is inevitable. Countries will fall. Industries are going to collapse. And we get to be the ones to shepherd people into this new world. I'm so excited to see it.' Garfield admitted in interviews that he did not meet the real-life executive before taking on the role. According to the actor, his performance relied entirely on the script, court transcripts, interviews, and deep research. 'I don't know Sam Altman. I've never met him,' Garfield said. He added that portraying someone stepping into a technology capable of altering society requires 'a certain ability to dissociate.' Did you know? Andrew Garfield is no stranger to portraying real-life tech figures and industry disruptors, having previously starred in David Fincher's The Social Network as Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin. From Amazon MGM Studios to Neon: The Rocky Distribution Journey The biographical drama faced notable behind-the-scenes distribution hurdles before finding its current home. According to industry reports, Amazon MGM Studios originally developed and financed the project. However, the studio walked away from releasing the film after announcing a $50 billion partnership and investment involving OpenAI. Amazon MGM Studios released a public statement at the time explaining that the film would 'be better served if it were released by a different studio.' Following the departure, independent distributor Neon stepped in to rescue the project and secure its theatrical release. Star-Studded Ensemble Cast and Theatrical Release Details Beyond Garfield, the movie boasts an ensemble cast. According to production announcements, the film stars Monica Barbaro, Yura Borisov, Mark Rylance, Ike Barinholtz, Jason Schwartzman, Zosia Mamet, Cooper Hoffman, Chris O'Dowd, Cooper Koch, and Billie Lourd. Fans eager to see the drama unfold won't have to wait much longer. According to festival schedules, Artificial will hold its world premiere at the New York Film Festival on Oct. 5, followed by a wide theatrical release courtesy of Neon on Dec. 25. Frequently Asked Questions Who plays Sam Altman in the movie Artificial? Andrew Garfield stars as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in Luca Guadagnino's biographical film. What is the plot of Artificial? The film focuses on a dramatic five-day leadership crisis at OpenAI when Sam Altman was fired and then reinstated as CEO. When and where will Artificial premiere? The movie is scheduled to have its world premiere at the New York Film Festival on Oct. 5, before hitting theaters nationwide via Neon on Dec. 25. What are your thoughts on Andrew Garfield playing Sam Altman? Will you be watching this tech drama in theaters this December? Drop a comment below and join the discussion!