“They Cloned Tyrone” is an upcoming film that has been generating a lot of buzz in recent months. Described as a “mind-bending mystery caper,” the movie promises an intriguing storyline and a diverse lineup of characters.
With just a few months to go until its release, fans and critics alike are wondering if the hype is justified and if “They Cloned Tyrone” will live up to its promise. In this article, we will take a closer look at the film and explore what it has to offer.
When is the release date?
“They Cloned Tyrone” is an R-rated sci-fi comedy that was originally slated for release at the end of 2022. However, we now have confirmation that the film will premiere exclusively on Netflix on July 21, 2023.
Who is starring?
The upcoming film “They Cloned Tyrone” boasts an impressive cast, featuring some of the industry’s most prominent names. John Boyega takes on the lead role of Tyrone Fontaine, replacing Brian Tyree Henry, who was previously attached to the project. Boyega is known for his roles in “Star Wars” and “Detroit.”
Joining Boyega is Teyonah Parris, who portrays the character Yo-Yo. Parris recently made her Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as Monica Rambeau in “WandaVision” and will play a major role in the upcoming film “The Marvels.” Jamie Foxx stars as Slick Charles and also serves as a producer on the project. Foxx is well-known for his work in films such as “Ray” and “Django Unchained.”
The cast also includes Kiefer Sutherland, whose role is currently undisclosed. Sutherland is recognized for his work on the hit TV series “24.” J. Alphonse Nicholson, Tamberla Perry, and Megan Sousa round out the cast as Isaac, Biddy, and Ree-Ree, respectively. Nicholson is known for his work on the TV series “P-Valley,” while Perry has appeared on “APB” and Sousa on “Beats.”
The film marks the feature directorial debut of Juel Taylor, who co-writes the screenplay with Tony Rettenmaier. Taylor is best known for his work on the screenplays of “Creed II” and “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”
The cinematography is done by Ken Seng, whose previous work includes “Deadpool,” “Project X,” and “Terminator: Dark Fate.” The film’s music is composed by Pierre Charles, who has recently worked on projects such as “Inventing Anna,” “Euphoria,” and “Bridgerton.”
In addition to Taylor, Rettenmaier, and Foxx, the film’s producers include Charles D. King, Stephen “Dr” Love, and Datari Turner. The film is produced by MACRO Media, an entertainment company that aims to promote diversity and inclusion in the industry.
What is the storyline?
Here is the official description of the film:
“A pulpy, sci-fi mystery caper in which an unlikely trio investigates a series of eerie events, alerting them to a nefarious conspiracy lurking directly beneath their hood. Fontaine, a neighborhood drug dealer, is shot dead by rival Isaac and then is very shocked to wake up in his bed the next morning unharmed. He and Slick Charles and Yo-Yo begin looking into the incident, and their search eventually leads them to a vast underground complex where a government – backed lab is performing experiments on the local Black population. Realizing that he is an artificial clone controlled by Nixon, Fontaine initially feels despair, but decides he needs to stand up to these white institutional overlords for the sake of his neighborhood.”
