Variety reported that John Cena has been added to 'The Independent', a political thriller starring Brian Cox, Kathy Bates and Jodie Turner-Smith.
'The Independent' is set in the final weeks of the most polarizing presidential election in history. The film follows a young journalist (Turner-Smith), who partners with her idol (Cox) to take on a conspiracy that places the fate of the election, and the country, in their hands. Bates will play the first female presidential candidate, while Cena will play the independent presidential candidate.
Cena tweeted about the role, writing:
Beyond grateful to be invited to learn from such a masterclass of gifted individuals. An incredibly written drama and cannot wait to for this opportunity to help bring it to life.https://t.co/IfamhRzp8s
— John Cena (@JohnCena) September 25, 2021
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