The Actor is a 2025 American crime thriller film directed by Duke Cooney, Duke Johnson, and Donald Westlake. The film is set to be released in the United States on March 14, 2025.
The plot takes place in the 1950s and follows New York actor Paul Cole, who, after a brutal beating in Ohio, loses his memory and finds himself in a mysterious small town.
With no memory of his identity, he begins a new life and begins a relationship with local costume designer Edna. Over time, fragmented memories begin to surface, prompting him to discover his true self and return to his former life. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and self-discovery.
The film is based on the novel "„Memory“" by Donald E. Westlake. The lead role of Paul Cole is played by Andre Holland, and Gemma Chan plays Edna.
