Alan Ritchson stars in a violent revenge mission in Motor City trailer.

A new action movie, Motor City, featuring the actor Alan Ritchson from the series Reacher, has unveiled its official trailer. This upcoming film will hit theaters in the United States this summer, introduced by Independent Film Company as the distributor. Directed by Potsy Ponciroli, Motor City boasts a star-studded cast, led by Ritchson along with prominent actors like Shailene Woodley and more.

The Motor City teaser trailer offers a glimpse into the gritty atmosphere of 1970s Detroit. In the trailer, Ritchson’s character falls in love with Woodley’s character, only to face imprisonment under dubious circumstances. As the protagonist emerges from a long stretch in prison, a thirst for dangerous revenge propels him forward into a gripping narrative.

Describing the film’s premise, the official synopsis details, “In 1970s Detroit, a working-class romantic is framed by a ruthless gangster after falling for his girlfriend. After years in prison, he returns with only one mission: revenge. With operatic scale, Motor City unleashes a barrage of brutal action, magnetic performances, and striking imagery, fueled by a thunderous rock score, precision-crafted action, and immersive sound design to create a visceral, propulsive spectacle built to electrify audiences this summer.”

Joining Ritchson and Woodley in the ensemble cast are other notable actors like Pablo Schreiber known for his roles in Halo and Orange is the New Black, Ben Foster from acclaimed movies like Hell or High Water and Leave No Trace, and Ben McKenzie renowned for his performances in Southland and Gotham.

Chad St. John has penned the screenplay for Motor City, while Ponciroli, the director, marks his third feature film with this action-packed title. Ponciroli debuted as a film director in 2021 with Old Henry starring Tim Blake Nelson and Stephen Dorff, followed by Greedy People in 2024, blending humor with crime and featuring a stellar cast.

Motor City is slated for a theatrical release on July 24, 2026, promising audiences an adrenaline-laced cinematic experience packed with vengeance, action sequences, and a riveting narrative. Keep an eye out for this much-anticipated film as it sets to captivate viewers in the coming summer months.