Overview
- A report says Alex Pereira plays a villain called “The Butcher” in A24’s Onslaught and that the film’s first trailer is due to drop imminently.
- The film is reported to be directed by Adam Wingard, written by Simon Barrett, features an ensemble cast including Adria Arjona and Dan Stevens, and is set for a September 4 theatrical release.
- Early social media reactions are mixed, with some users praising Pereira’s crossover potential and others criticizing the film or mocking his turn from fighting to acting.
- Fans have expressed concern that heightened film publicity could be a distraction as Pereira prepares for a near-term UFC White House bout with Ciryl Gane.
- What to watch next are the official trailer and studio confirmation, Pereira’s public comments or promotional schedule, and whether the film raises his profile beyond combat sports.