Jim Caviezel, known for his roles in The Passion of the Christ and Sound of freedom, is ‍set‌ to star ‍in a new action thriller titled “The Shepherd,”⁤ according to The Hollywood⁤ Reporter. The film will also feature ​Garret Dillahunt and Shea⁢ Whigham.

Project Origins and Production

‍ The project ⁤began when Mandalay Pictures ​presented a script by Chris Papasadero and Randall ⁤Wallace to Sony⁢ Pictures. Caviezel was initially attached to star, wiht David Zelon and Peter Guber slated to‍ produce. Will Eubank is directing the film.

Jim Caviezel’s Notable Roles

‍ Caviezel gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of jesus Christ in Mel Gibson’s 2004 film, The Passion of the⁢ Christ, which became a significant independent film success. More ‍recently, he starred in the⁢ 2023 box office hit Sound of Freedom, a controversial film that garnered considerable attention. He also led the CBS series ‌ Person of Interest,⁢ which ran for five seasons.

Further‌ details regarding the plot and release date of “The Shepherd” are expected to be announced.