Jade Cargill Acting Debut: Jonathan Majors ‘True Threat’
- WWE superstar Jade Cargill is transitioning to the big screen, securing a role in "True Threat," an action thriller set in Harlem.
- Majors plays Vernon Threat, a Special Forces operative seeking vengeance after his son's murder.
- Cargill will portray Meeka, a significant lieutenant within the Apollo Kids.
WWE’s Jade Cargill is set to make her feature film debut in “True Threat,” an action-packed thriller where she embodies the role of Meeka, a key antagonist, alongside Jonathan majors. This Harlem-based movie will showcase her athleticism and charisma. Cargill’s move to film is a significant shift, following her remarkable run in WWE, including a standout performance at WrestleMania 41. “True Threat” delves into ”52 Blocks,” a Black American martial art, and the film is directed by Gerard McMurray. Discover more about Cargill’s transition and what this powerful role means for her future, as reported by News Directory 3. What other surprises await in this exciting new project?
Jade Cargill Joins Jonathan Majors in Action Thriller “True Threat”
Updated June 13, 2025
WWE superstar Jade Cargill is transitioning to the big screen, securing a role in “True Threat,” an action thriller set in Harlem. She will star opposite Jonathan Majors in the film directed by Gerard McMurray.
Majors plays Vernon Threat, a Special Forces operative seeking vengeance after his son’s murder. He infiltrates “The Carter,” a building controlled by the Apollo Kids gang, to reach the leader.
Cargill will portray Meeka, a significant lieutenant within the Apollo Kids. Her character controls the building’s red light district, wielding considerable power. The role demands intense physicality, building on Cargill’s athletic prowess.
The film, “True Threat,” will showcase “52 Blocks,” a Black american martial arts style, brought to the big screen with action design by Larnell Stovall.
Cargill’s film debut follows her rise in WWE, marked by a dominant presence and a standout performance at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas.
“I am excited to have Jade join us on True Threat. She is a unique talent with a rare blend of athleticism, charisma, and control on camera…I believe audiences will see a completely new side of her in this film,” McMurray said.
Producers, including Charlamagne Tha God and Basil Iwanyk, emphasized their commitment to showcasing new talent. They see Cargill as a dynamic force poised for success in film, building on her achievements in sports and entertainment.
What’s next
Production for “True Threat” is slated to begin this fall, promising audiences a fresh action narrative with rising stars and unique martial arts.