Is Thunderbolts star Wyatt Russell the next big-screen rodeo cowboy in Broke?

Broke is a forthcoming film in the Western drama genre written and directed by Carlyle Eubank and starring Wyatt Russell. The actor will also play John Walker in Marvel's upcoming superhero film Thunderbolts.

Here's the official synopsis:

“Broke is a contemporary western following the story of True Brandywine (Wyatt Russell), a bareback bronc rider clinging to his fading rodeo career. When True gets trapped in a freak spring blizzard, he must battle injuries, illness, and the bitter cold. While fighting for his survival, True is forced to face his choices and the circumstances that led him to his tenuous situation. Co-starring Dennis Quaid, Mary McDonnell and Tom Skerritt.”

Broke will be released on May 6, 2025, by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment via video on demand.

Thunderbolts actor Wyatt Russell will be seen in Broke

Wyatt Russell bagged the lead role in Broke. The makers recently dropped the official trailer, which runs for one minute and 43 seconds. It shows Wyatt playing a rodeo cowboy who has to survive a blizzard. Looking at the trailer of the film, one can get the impression that Wyatt fits the part of a rodeo. His performance and the overall film might be crucial in reviving the Western genre in Hollywood. Wyatt is the son of actor Kurt Russell and has been active in the industry since a young age.

The film was produced by Wyatt, Vince Vaughn, Peter Billingsley, Jack Hearst, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis, Terry Dougas, Victoria Vaughn, John Stalberg Jr., and David Frigerio. Besides Wyatt, the film also stars several other interesting actors. Here's a list:

Dennis Quaid
Tom Skerritt
Auden Thornton
Johnny Berchtold
Mary McDonnell
Jackie Vetter as Marie
Gillian Todd as Lacy
John Budge

As per People magazine, Wyatt spoke about showing the dark side of rodeo in the film:

"We're so used to seeing the bright side of rodeo and the bravado of the facade that it's presented in, but we never get to see the darker side of what it can be as well. Sometimes you can hang on a little too long, and like any aspect of life, it's no different in a bronc rider's life. I’m excited for audiences to connect with this film and beyond grateful that it’s finally being able to be shared with viewers everywhere."

He further added:

"couldn't be more excited to share with audiences what was a true labor of love."

The actor said that the film's team is excited to "bring rodeo culture to screen in its authentic form and the deep-seated place it has in American life."

Broke will be released on May 6, 2025, by VOD.