Jonathan Majors' anticipated film 'Magazine Dreams' is slated for a March 2025 release. The movie, which faced delays due to Majors' legal issues, explores the tumultuous journey of an amateur bodybuilder. Despite personal challenges, Majors' commitment to the role and the film's star-studded cast promise a compelling narrative.
- 'Magazine Dreams' hits theaters March 2025
- The film was delayed by Majors' legal issues
- THIS was his intense preparation for the role
Delays on tap
Jonathan Majors' latest cinematic venture, 'Magazine Dreams,' is scheduled to premiere on March 21, 2025. The film's release, managed by Briarcliff Entertainment, follows a period of uncertainty due to Majors' legal troubles.
The actor, known for his dedication, portrays Killian Maddox, a character grappling with the physical and mental challenges of amateur bodybuilding. Written and directed by Elijah Bynum, the film promises an intense exploration of ambition and obsession.
"He defies his doctors’ appeals that he stop taking steroids because they were destroying his liver. The hulking character was prone to dark moods, and he had trouble establishing human connection," reads the film synopsis. "All this took Killian Maddox down a dark path, fueled by his fixation with a champion bodybuilder he is obsessed with."
The journey to the big screen was not without hurdles. Originally set to be distributed by Searchlight Pictures, the film's rights were returned to its creators after Majors faced misdemeanor charges of assault and harassment. These charges emerged from a 2023 incident involving his former girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, who accused him of physical assault.
Jabbari filed a civil lawsuit against Majors this past March, in which she described several alleged instances of abuse, according to legal documents obtained by 'People' magazine. In November, she dropped the lawsuit and the claims were dismissed with prejudice.
"We’re glad this case has been resolved and this chapter is closed so that Grace can now move forward and begin to heal," Jabbari's attorney Brad Edwards said in a statement to the outlet at the time.
Following his conviction, Majors was required to complete a domestic violence treatment program. This legal battle impacted the film's release timeline, but it is now back on track for its 2025 debut.
Majors' portrayal of Maddox required intense preparation. As an executive producer through his company Tall Street Productions, he immersed himself in the role by consuming 6,100 calories daily and training six days a week for over four months. And it's always been that way for him.
His fitness routine is intense and tailored to his specific roles. For 'Creed III', where he plays the antagonist "Damian Anderson", Majors worked closely with a trainer to build a physique that matched the character’s intensity and athleticism. His training typically focuses on a mix of powerlifting, bodybuilding, and functional strength training.
This helps him achieve muscle mass and definition while also ensuring functional fitness for action sequences.
Steps like these are crucial for building stamina and endurance, especially for his roles involving combat and physical exertion. For 'Creed III', Majors spent a significant amount of time training in boxing techniques to look authentic in the ring. This included both technique work and conditioning.
The commitment to embodying Maddox's struggle is evident, as the film delves into the character's refusal to heed medical advice, leading him down a destructive path fueled by his obsession with a champion bodybuilder.
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Showing support
The film, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, features a talented cast including Haley Bennett, Taylour Paige, Mike O’Hearn, Harrison Page, and Harriet Sansom Harris. Despite the challenges faced, 'Magazine Dreams' is set to captivate audiences with its powerful narrative and performances.
