6 upcoming movies starring beloved Mark Wahlberg

Mark Wahlberg has solidified his position as one of the most recognizable leading actors in Hollywood. Even with four decades in the entertainment industry, he shows no signs of slowing down soon. Renowned for his relentless work ethic, Wahlberg always has multiple projects in the pipeline, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating his upcoming films. Whether it's straight-to-streaming releases, popular television series reimaginings, or big franchise sequels, Wahlberg's future roles offer something for every fan. This is prepared by SSP.

With his versatility across genres like action, comedy, drama, and more, Wahlberg has earned a place among the industry's most talented actors. With nominations for prestigious awards like the Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Primetime Emmy Awards, viewers continuously look forward to his dedicated performances similar to those seen in action-packed films like Boogie Nights, The Departed, and The Other Guys. As we look ahead to 2024 and beyond, Wahlberg's upcoming filmography promises a diverse range of projects.

"The Union" (2024)

In "The Union," an upcoming spy comedy on Netflix, Mark Wahlberg stars alongside Halle Berry. Wahlberg portrays Mike McKenna, a construction worker inadvertently drawn into the world of espionage when he reunites with his high school girlfriend, Roxanne Hall (Berry). The plot revolves around Roxanne recruiting Mike for a high-stakes mission in London, leveraging his lack of spy credentials to retrieve a stolen list containing the identities of covert American agents. Julian Farino, renowned for directing the early seasons of HBO's "Entourage," helms the film. The screenplay is co-written by David Guggenheim (creator of "Designated Survivor") and Joe Barton (known for "Giri/Haji" and "The Lazarus Project"). "The Union" is co-produced by Wahlberg's Closest to the Hole Productions.

"Flight Risk" (2024)

"Flight Risk" reunites Mark Wahlberg with his co-star from "Father Stu," Mel Gibson. Wahlberg plays Daryl Booth, a hitman and pilot in Gibson's directional project where Booth transports an FBI agent (Michelle Dockery) and an informant (Topher Grace) for trial. However, Booth's true intentions are to assassinate the informant during the journey. Directed by Gibson, whose previous directorial work includes "Hacksaw Ridge," and written by Jared Rosenberg (an emerging screenwriter), the screenplay for "Flight Risk" featured on the 2020 "Black List" of the most-liked unproduced screenplays in Hollywood. Lionsgate Films will distribute the thrilling airborne tale.

"Play Dirty" (Release Date: TBC)

Actor-turned-director Shane Black partners with Mark Wahlberg for the crime thriller "Play Dirty," which Amazon MGM Studios will distribute. In this film, Wahlberg portrays Parker, a thief shot during a major heist who devises a plan to outsmart a South American dictator, the New York mob, and the world's wealthiest man. Joining Wahlberg in this fast-paced adventure are acclaimed actors LaKeith Stanfield, Dermot Mulroney, and Keegan-Michael Key.

"The Six Billion Dollar Man" (Release Date: TBC)

Mark Wahlberg has long been attached to the remake of the popular 1970s sci-fi TV series, "The Six Million Dollar Man," entitled "The Six Billion Dollar Man." In the original series, Lee Majors played test pilot Steve Austin, who gained bionic abilities after a near-fatal accident. The project to remake this beloved series has been in the works since 1995, with Wahlberg's involvement confirmed in 2014. Renewed hope for the film arose when Wahlberg shared that they regained the rights and expressed his eagerness to bring the movie to fruition.

"Balls Up" (Release Date: TBC)

In "Balls Up," a comedy by director Peter Farrelly, Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser team up as two fired marketing executives whose drunken antics during a soccer match turn them into fugitives pursued throughout the country. Farrelly, known for his collaborations with his brother Bobby on iconic comedies like "Dumb and Dumber" and "There's Something About Mary," directs the film. The script comes from Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, known for their work on movies such as "Deadpool" and "Zombieland." Amazon MGM Studios handles the distribution.

"Uncharted 2" (Release Date: TBC)

Sony officially announced the development of "Uncharted 2," and while the cast has yet to be confirmed, it's highly probable that Mark Wahlberg and Tom Holland will reprise their roles as Sully Sullivan and Nathan Drake, respectively. Wahlberg hinted at this development in an interview, mentioning that the studio informed him about the script progress and urged him to grow his mustache. This information indicates Wahlberg's involvement in the highly anticipated sequel to the video game adaptation.