Millie Bobby Brown in Final Talks to Portray Olympian Kerri Strug in Biopic “Perfect”
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Millie Bobby Brown is preparing to take on one of the most dramatic stories in Olympic history. According to multiple outlets, the “Stranger Things” star is in final negotiations to portray gymnast Kerri Strug in a new film titled Perfect. The project will be directed by Gia Coppola and written by Ronnie Sandahl, best known for Borg vs McEnroe.
If confirmed, the role would mark one of Brown’s most ambitious turns to date, bringing to life Strug’s unforgettable moment at the 1996 Atlanta Games. Competing on an injured ankle, Strug delivered a vault that secured the first-ever gold medal for the U.S. women’s gymnastics team, cementing her place in sports history. The film aims to present an unflinching portrait of determination, resilience, and the sacrifices behind Olympic glory.
Brown is also expected to produce the film through her PCMA Productions banner. Producers Nik Bower of Riverstone Pictures and Thomas Benski of Magna Studios are attached, with reports indicating Netflix is circling the project for global distribution. While nothing is officially finalized yet, the deal is said to be close.
Perfect continues Hollywood’s fascination with iconic athletic achievements, following in the footsteps of other sports dramas that have drawn both critical and popular attention. For Brown, whose recent projects have shown her range beyond Hawkins, the film could represent her most serious and transformative role yet.
Production details, including supporting cast and release window, have not yet been announced. Fans and film watchers will be keeping an eye on how the project develops, especially given the unique challenges of portraying gymnastics on screen.
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