Photography Willy Vanderperre, Styling Robbie SpencerFilm & TV / NewsFilm & TV / NewsEverything we know about Frank Ocean’s upcoming directorial debutThe former Dazed cover star is currently working on his first-ever film, which stars Rye Lane’s David JonssonShareLink copied ✔️January 31, 2025January 31, 2025TextHalima JibrilFrank Ocean – summer 2019 You never truly know what Frank Ocean will do next. From music to cock rings, the 37-year-old singer and songwriter has now set his sights on the film world. Last year, rumours swirled that Ocean was directing a film with Taylor Russell as his leading lady – though this remains unconfirmed. However, yesterday (January 30), it was officially announced that David Jonsson will star in the lead role of Ocean’s upcoming film. The independent project has begun shooting in Mexico City, though its title, plot, and additional cast details remain under wraps. Jonsson is fast becoming one of the most exciting young British actors. He won hearts in Rye Lane (2023), starred in Alien: Romulus (2024), and appeared in the first season of the critically acclaimed workplace drama Industry. While fans are eager to see Ocean’s latest creative endeavour, some can’t help but feel bitter about his continued absence from music. One fan remarked, “this man will do anything except record a new album.” Still, with Ocean leading the project, anticipation is already building. Whether this film arrives sooner or later, one thing is for sure – it’ll be worth the wait. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.READ MORE‘Fucking Dazed’: Aidan Zamiri and Bertie Brandes on making The MomentThe President’s Cake, Iraq’s first Oscar-shortlisted feature filmBACARDÍIn pictures: Manchester’s electrifying, multigenerational party spiritDazed x MUBI Club’s next film is The Secret Agent“Wuthering Heights” united the Dazed team – because it was so badSalomonWatch a mini documentary about the inner workings of SalomonObsessive, doomed and self-destructive: The most toxic on-screen romances“Wuthering Heights” left me so coldKristen Stewart: ‘Women often operate from a place of shame’100 Nights of Hero: The story behind Julia Jackman’s lo-fi queer fantasyAkinola Davies Jr on his atmospheric debut, My Father’s ShadowThe 2026 Sundance films we can’t stop thinking aboutEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy