All Upcoming Mark Wahlberg Movies

Mark Wahlberg, the multi-talented actor, producer, and former rapper, has carved an illustrious career in the entertainment industry that spans over three decades. Born on June 5, 1971, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, Wahlberg’s journey to stardom began in the early 1990s as the frontman of the hip-hop group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch. However, it was his transition from music to acting that truly solidified his place in Hollywood.

Mark Wahlberg’s breakthrough in cinema came with his role as Eddie Adams in the 1997 film ‘Boogie Nights,’ a performance that garnered critical acclaim. He continued to impress critics and audiences alike with a series of remarkable roles in films like ‘The Departed,’ ‘The Fighter,’ and ‘Lone Survivor.‘ He has received several prestigious awards during his career, including an Academy Award nomination for his performance in ‘The Departed.’ Wahlberg’s commitment to his craft, combined with his charisma and on-screen presence, has made him an influential figure in the film industry. His most recent appearance was in the film ‘Me Time‘ and his fans can look forward to a diverse array of upcoming projects from the versatile actor. Here’s a comprehensive list of what’s on his horizon.

1. Arthur The King (TBA)

Based on a true story, ‘Arthur the King’ is an upcoming adventure film directed by Simon Cellan Jones, featuring Wahlberg and Simu Liu in the lead. The movie is adapted from Mikael Lindnord’s 2017 nonfiction book, ‘Arthur: The Dog Who Crossed The Jungle To Find A Home.’ The film revolves around an adventure racer who adopts a stray dog named Arthur to join him in an epic endurance race. Wahlberg plays Mikael Lindnord, the adventure racer. The rest of the cast includes Nathalie Emmanuel, Ali Suliman, Rob Collins, Michael Landes, etc. The filming for this exciting project already took place in the Dominican Republic and as of January 2022, the film is in the final stages of post-production, building anticipation for its release.

2. The Union (TBA)

Alternatively titled ‘Our Man from Jersey,’ the plot of Netflix’s ‘The Union’ centers around Mike (Wahlberg), an unassuming construction worker hailing from Jersey. His ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when Roxanne, his high school ex-girlfriend, enlists his help in a high-stakes US intelligence operation, thrusting him into the world of super spies and secret agents. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Halle Berry (Roxanne), J. K. Simmons, Jackie Earle Haley, Mike Colter, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Jessica De Gouw, and Alice Lee. Under the direction of Julian Farino, this exciting project is currently in the post-production stage, generating eager anticipation among audiences.

3. The Family Plan (TBA)

Under the skillful direction of Simon Cellan Jones, Apple TV+’s action comedy film ‘The Family Plan’ revolves around a former elite assassin who has been leading a quiet suburban life with his family. However, his tranquil existence is shattered when his past resurfaces, forcing him to go on the run with his unsuspecting loved ones. Wahlberg plays Dan, the assassin on the run. He stars alongside Michelle Monaghan, Ciarán Hinds, Maggie Q, Zoe Margaret Colletti, Felicia Pearson, and Jonny Coyne. As of now, the film is in the midst of production, and we are eagerly anticipating further updates.

4. Flight Risk (TBA)

Under the direction of Mel Gibson, ‘Flight Risk’ takes audiences on a suspenseful journey as an Air Marshal tasked with transporting a fugitive across the vast Alaskan wilderness via a small plane gets unsettled when she begins to doubt the true identity of their pilot. Mark Wahlberg takes on the lead role in this gripping thriller and plays the pilot transporting a dangerous criminal for trial. As of now, the project is in the final stages of post-production, promising an exciting cinematic experience for viewers eagerly anticipating its release.

5. The Six Billion Dollar Man (TBA)

Details of the storyline are being kept under wraps but ‘The Six Billion Dollar Man’ serves as a modern adaptation of the beloved ’70s science fiction TV series of the same name. The film, directed by Travis Knight, stars Wahlberg in the lead role as Steve Austin, a former astronaut and USAF Colonel. In the original show, Austin gets “rebuilt” with bionic implants after a flight accident, only to garner superhuman strength, speed, and vision. The actor also takes on a producer’s role. At present, the project is in the pre-production phase, generating excitement as fans eagerly await further developments.