Josh Holloway to star in 'Flint' based on Louis L'Amour novel

ANI April 13, 2025 161 views

Josh Holloway is set to star and produce 'Flint', a gripping Western adaptation of Louis L'Amour's novel. The film follows James Kettleman, a ruthless businessman returning to the New Mexico frontier under a notorious killer's name. Directed by Ryan Whitaker, the movie promises intense character exploration and frontier drama. Holloway sees this project as a significant creative challenge that allows him to dive deep into a psychologically complex role.

"To play this incredible role and help bring it to the screen as a producer makes this project even more special." - Josh Holloway
Washington, April 13: Actor Josh Holloway, who will be seen in the crime thriller series 'Duster,' is all set to star in 'Flint,' an adaptation of the Western novel by Louis L'Amour, which is due to begin production in New Mexico later this year.

Key Points

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Lost actor Josh Holloway adapts Louis L'Amour novel as lead and producer

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Psychological Western explores legacy and transformation

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Ryan Whitaker directs action-packed frontier narrative

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Explores complex character's journey of redemption

Written and to be directed by Ryan Whitaker, the film features Holloway in the lead role of James Kettleman, "a ruthless East Coast businessman who, in returning to the unforgiving New Mexico frontier, adopts the name Flint, which belonged to the notorious killer who raised him. As he becomes entangled in a violent range war, his encounters with a strong-willed rancher, Nancy Kennigan, challenge him to reconsider the legacy he wants to leave behind," as per Deadline.

Holloway will also produce along with Ken Carpenter, Mark Pentecost, Jerilyn Esquibel , and Beau L'Amour.

"The story of Flint is one I've wanted to tell for years," said Holloway, adding, "To play this incredible role and help bring it to the screen as a producer makes this project even more special. It'll be a new challenge, but one I am all in on," as per the outlet.

Whitaker added, "Bringing L'Amour's action-packed, emotionally charged novel to life is an honour. I'm thrilled to partner with our incredible producing team, including Josh, who was born to play this psychologically complex and physically demanding role."

Josh Holloway is best known for his roles as James 'Sawyer' Ford on the ABC TV show 'Lost' and Will Bowman in the science fiction drama 'Colony'.

Past directing credits for Whitaker include the romantic drama Surprised by Oxford and genre picture After, reported Deadline.

Reader Comments

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Sarah T.
Josh Holloway was born to play Western roles! That rugged charm from Lost will translate perfectly to this character. Can't wait to see him back on screen 🤠
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Marcus L.
Interesting choice, but I'm not sure Holloway has the dramatic range for such a complex character. Loved him in Lost though, so I'll give it a chance!
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Javier R.
Finally! A proper Western with some depth. L'Amour's novels deserve this kind of treatment. Hope they stay true to the source material.
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Amy K.
So excited for this! Josh has been underrated for too long. That southern drawl + cowboy hat = perfection 😍
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Trevor W.
The premise sounds solid, but I hope they don't modernize it too much. Westerns work best when they embrace their genre roots.
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Lisa P.
After Colony got canceled too soon, it's great to see Josh getting another meaty role. The production team sounds strong too!

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