Claes Bang Joins Russell Crowe and Harry Lawtey in Cold War Thriller ‘Billion Dollar Spy’ Directed by Amma Asante (EXCLUSIVE)
VarietyWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:05:28 PM
The upcoming Cold War thriller Billion Dollar Spy just added another heavyweight to its cast—Claes Bang, known for The Square and The Northman, will play a KGB counterintelligence officer. He’ll star alongside Oscar-winner Russell Crowe and Industry’s Harry Lawtey, with BAFTA-winning director Amma Asante at the helm. The film, now shooting in Budapest, is backed by Walden Media and Weed Road Pictures, so expectations are high for this espionage flick.
What This Means: For movie buffs, this is exciting news—it’s got A-list talent, a respected director, and a gripping Cold War premise. The involvement of Crowe and Asante suggests this could be a prestige project, while Bang’s casting adds more international appeal. If you’re into tense, well-crafted thrillers, this one’s worth keeping an eye on.
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