The cast of the next movie byJ.J.

According toThe Hollywood Reporter,Samuel L. Jacksonis in talks to star in the upcoming project.

The project will be distributed in the United States byWarner Bros. Pictures.

Sam looking intently at a person offscreen in ‘Fresh’

Image via Miramax Films

Glen Powellhas already signed on to star in the next movie by J.J. Abrams.

Powell is currently busy with the production ofThe Running Man.

The movie directed byEdgar Wrighthas begun principal photography.

Samuel L. Jackson as gangster Frank Moten smiling in a gold colored shirt in Fight Night

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Just like the plot of the upcoming film, Powell’s role is being kept under wraps.

Jenna Ortegawill also be seen in J.J. Abrams' secret project.

Ortega is also set to reprise her role as Wednesday Addams in the second season ofWednesday.

The producer has spent the past few years of his career working as a producer.

The last movie directed by Abrams wasStar Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker.

A release date hasn’t been set for the next movie by J.J. Abrams.

Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.