Scarlett Johansson and Jacob Elordi are currently in talks to headline Ari Aster's new A24 thriller , Scapegoat. The film is in development and is expected to begin filming later this year.
The unbroken streak between Ari Aster and A24
Ari Aster has built a significant reputation for psychological tension, and his upcoming project Scapegoat marks another chapter in his long-standing relationship with the production company A24. The studio has served as the primary home for every one of Aster's feature films to date,providing a consistent platform for his unique brand of genre-bending cinema.
This partnership follows a decade of acclaimed, high-concept releases, including 2018's Hereditary, 2019's Midsommar, 2023's Beau is Afraid, and 2025's Eddington. By continuing this collaboration, Aster maintains a creative sanctuary that has helped define the modern "elevated horror" and thriller genres for a global audience.
Momentum for Johansson and Elordi following 2025 successes
Both Scarlett Johansson and Jacob Elordi are entering this production at the height of their professional momentum. Johansson has a high-profile slate including The Phoenician Scheme and Jurassic World Rebirth in 2025, alongside her directorial debut, Eleanor the Great.
Jacob Elordi is also coming off a period of significant critical acclaim. Following his Oscar-nominated performance in Frankenstein, Elordi is expected to appear in Wuthering Heights in February. According to Deadline , Aster specifically sought out both actors to anchor the new thriller , aiming to pair his directorial vision with two of the industry's most bankable talents.
Three conflicting rumors about the Scapegoat plot
While Ari Aster is the writer of the Scapegoat script, the specific dteails of the narrative remain highly speculative. Because the film is still in the development phase, the industry has been presented with several different versions of what the story might entail.
The report says that rumors regarding the plot vary wildly,ranging from a sci-fi romance to a traditional drama. A third, more specific rumor suggests the plot involves a doctor who performs surgery on an internet-famous individual. As of now, no official synopsis has been released to clarify which of these directions the film will take.
The status of Jacob Elordi’s official casting
Despite the intense buzz surrounding the project, certain details regarding the cast remain unverified. While Scarlett Johansson's involvement was officially announced in May, the status of the male lead is still being finalized.
As of now, Jacob Elordi is only reported to be in talks to join the production. It remains to be seen whether he will officially sign on to star alongside Johansson, or if the production will ultimately seek another co-star to complete the central duo.
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