Poolman

Poolman is a 2023 American comedy mystery film directed, produced, co-written by and starring Chris Pine in his directorial debut. It premiered at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival. Premise A pool cleaner in Los Angeles uncovers a sizeable water heist, one in the same vein as Chinatown. Cast Chris Pine as Darren Barrenman Annette Bening as Diane Danny DeVito as Jack Jennifer Jason Leigh as Susan DeWanda Wise Ray Wise as Van Patterson Juliet Mills as Mrs. Van Patterson Stephen Tobolowsky Clancy Brown Production It was announced in February 2022 that Chris Pine was set to make his directorial debut on the film, which he co-wrote the screenplay for with Ian Gotler. Pine will also star in the film alongside Annette Bening and Danny DeVito. Pine came up with the idea for the film during a conversation with director Patty Jenkins, who will serve as a producer. In May, Ariana DeBose and Jennifer Jason Leigh were added to the cast, with Matthew Jensen set as cinematographer. In July, DeWanda Wise joined the cast.