AnnaSophia Robb Joins Will Smith in Amazon MGM's Action Thriller 'Supermax'
The 'I Play Rocky' star will portray the detective's young partner in the David Gordon Green-directed film for Prime Video.
“Robb is set to play Smith’s young partner in the film as the two detectives enter the depths of a Supermax prison to solve a mysterious murder.”
- Director
- David Gordon Green
- Starring
- Will Smith, AnnaSophia Robb
- Genre
- Action, Thriller, Crime
- Where to Watch
- Prime Video
AnnaSophia Robb is set to join Will Smith in the upcoming Amazon MGM Studios and Miramax action thriller Supermax, according to Deadline. The actress will play Smith's young partner in the film, which is being directed by David Gordon Green.
The film follows two FBI agents who investigate a murder that’s taken place in the world’s most secure prison. Sources tell Deadline that Robb is set to play Smith's young partner as the two detectives enter the depths of a Supermax prison to solve a mysterious murder.
Who is directing 'Supermax'?
David Gordon Green is directing the picture. The film is written by David Weil and David J. Rosen, known for their work on the TV series Hunters and Invasion. Weil and Rosen will also executive produce.
Where will the movie be available?
Deadline reported in May that Amazon MGM Studios is closing a deal for worldwide distribution rights for the Miramax film, which will be available in more than 240 countries and territories on Prime Video. The Picture Company partners Andrew Rona & Alex Heineman will produce alongside Will Smith and Adam Fishbach for Smith’s Westbrook.
What is AnnaSophia Robb's next project?
Robb's next leading role is in Amazon MGM’s biographical drama I Play Rocky, directed by Peter Farrelly. The film follows the behind-the-scenes true story of the production of the seminal 1976 classic Rocky and is set to open this year’s Toronto Film Festival. She is also set to join the recurring cast of the hit Prime Video comedy Overcompensating for its second season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the plot of 'Supermax'?
The film follows two FBI agents who investigate a murder that’s taken place in the world’s most secure prison. AnnaSophia Robb and Will Smith will play detectives entering the prison to solve the mystery.
Who is producing 'Supermax'?
The Picture Company partners Andrew Rona & Alex Heineman are producing alongside Will Smith and Adam Fishbach for Smith’s Westbrook. Miramax CEO Jonathan Glickman and other studio executives will executive produce.
What other recent projects has AnnaSophia Robb been in?
Robb recently starred in the Netflix film Rebel Ridge and has credits in Peacock’s Dr. Death and Hulu’s Little Fires Everywhere. She initially broke out in films like Bridge to Terabithia and Soul Surfer.
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