Bill Skarsgård steps into one of the strangest true‑crime stories ever to grip America, starring as Tony Kiritsis — the Indianapolis entrepreneur whose 1977 kidnapping case turned him into an eccentric outlaw folk hero overnight.
Gus Van Sant’s latest film assembles a powerhouse ensemble: Dacre Montgomery, Cary Elwes, Myha’la, Colman Domingo, and Al Pacino, each adding weight to a story already bursting with tension, psychology, and real‑world absurdity.
Synopsis: Set in 1977 Indianapolis, Dead Man’s Wire follows desperate entrepreneur Tony Kiritsis (Bill Skarsgård) after he takes his mortgage broker hostage, wiring a shotgun to the man’s head and marching him through the city in a shocking, days‑long standoff broadcast live across America. As the media frenzy escalates, Kiritsis transforms from an unhinged criminal into an unlikely folk anti‑hero — forcing the nation to question justice, spectacle, and the thin line between victim and villain.
Out January 9, 2026. Dig out thee latest extended official trailer below.
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The film recreates the bizarre, high‑stakes standoff that unfolded live on radio and television, capturing the surreal blend of desperation, charisma, and spectacle that made Kiritsis a household name. Van Sant leans into the era’s grit and paranoia, crafting a thriller that feels both retro and unnervingly current.
Out January 9, 2026. Dig out thee latest extended official trailer below.
Comment below and tell us if this true‑crime retelling has you hooked — or if the Kiritsis case is new territory for you.
