Disney's Searchlight drops Jonathan Majors' 'Movie Dreams'

The upcoming drama film 'Magazine Dreams,' starring Jonathan Majors as an ambitious bodybuilder, has encountered a significant setback with Searchlight Pictures selling the rights back to the filmmakers. This move allows the film's creators to seek new distribution partners after Disney, which owns Searchlight, distanced itself from the project. The shift follows Major's legal troubles, including a harassment and assault conviction that has jeopardized his role in the MCU and other acting opportunities. With the conviction leading to the severing of ties and the uncertainty surrounding the film's release, 'Magazine Dreams' fate hangs in the balance, despite the critical acclaim it initially received at Sundance Film Festival.

Jonathan Majors was removed from 'Magazine Dreams' following his conviction on harassment and assault charges in a domestic violence case. This has led to Disney's Searchlight Pictures distancing themselves from the actor and ultimately deciding not to release the film. Majors' legal issues have also affected his roles in other major projects, including the MCU.

'Magazine Dreams' would have been another significant role for Jonathan Majors, who has been rapidly rising in Hollywood thanks to his versatile acting skills. Majors has been particularly notable for his roles in 'Lovecraft Country' and 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco,' showcasing his range and depth. Additionally, his portrayal of Kang the Conqueror in the MCU was set to establish him as a prominent figure in the franchise's narrative. The fallout from his legal issues now puts his career's trajectory in question. The film's initial reception at Sundance hinted at the potential for 'Magazine Dreams' in showcasing Major's talents, but its future is now uncertain as the filmmakers begin the search for a new distributor.