AceShowbiz - Emma Stone is in talks to join a new superhero movie alongside Matt Damon, helmed by the acclaimed directing duo Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, known as the Daniels. The untitled film is shaping up as a large-scale sci-fi superhero event that blends action and comedy with emotional depth.

The movie centers on a storyline involving global warming as the primary threat and features two timelines. One timeline is set in the 1980s and follows a group of teenagers, while the other takes place in the present day. Matt Damon is expected to portray the father of one of the teenagers in the 1980s era, with Emma Stone likely playing another parent within that timeframe. The production is backed by Universal Pictures with a budget around $150 million and aims to cast A-list talent capable of leading a younger ensemble cast. The Daniels have described the project as a fun, emotional sci-fi action comedy, in line with their previous success.

Emma Stone is well known for her role as Gwen Stacy in Spider-Man and has built a diverse filmography, including standout performances in Zombieland, Easy A, and Crazy, Stupid, Love.. She has earned multiple award nominations for roles in films such as The Favourite and animated features. Her previous involvement in superhero films and her capacity to balance drama and comedy make her a fitting candidate for this ambitious new project.

This collaboration marks a significant step for both Stone and Damon, working under the visionary guidance of the Daniels, whose last film won multiple Academy Awards. The shift towards a high-concept superhero movie with environmental themes and time-spanning storytelling reflects Hollywood’s evolving approach to the genre and highlights the Daniels’ expanding footprint in major studio cinema. Production is expected to begin this August, with a revised release date set for November 2027.