Chris O’Dowd Joins Andrew Garfield in Luca Guadagnino’s OpenAI Drama Artificial
Emmy-winning actor Chris O’Dowd has officially joined the star-studded cast of Artificial, the upcoming Amazon MGM drama from acclaimed filmmaker Luca Guadagnino (Call Me by Your Name, Challengers). The film will depict the real-life corporate drama surrounding OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT.
A True-to-Life AI Power Struggle
Artificial is inspired by the shocking events at OpenAI in 2023, when CEO Sam Altman—played by Andrew Garfield—was abruptly fired by the company’s board, only to be reinstated five days later following an employee revolt. The period was marked by intense debates over AI safety, ethics, and leadership, making it one of the most talked-about moments in Silicon Valley history.
A Star-Studded Ensemble
Joining O’Dowd and Garfield are Yura Borisov, Monica Barbaro, Jason Schwartzman, Cooper Hoffman, Ike Barinholtz, Cooper Koch, Billie Lourd, and Zosia Mamet. The film blends comedic elements with drama, offering a stylized yet emotionally charged retelling of these events.
While details of Chris O’Dowd’s role remain undisclosed, industry insiders suggest his character will play a pivotal part in the unfolding corporate chaos.
Behind the Scenes
The screenplay comes from Simon Rich, with production led by David Heyman (Harry Potter franchise) and Jeffrey Clifford of Heyday Films, along with producer Jennifer Fox. The movie is currently filming, with anticipation building across both Hollywood and tech circles.
O’Dowd’s Career Momentum
This marks O’Dowd’s first feature film since 2022’s high-budget fantasy Slumberland. Recently, the Tony Award–nominated actor created, directed, and starred in the Sky original series Small Town, Big Story. He’s also gaining Emmy buzz for his performance in the acclaimed Black Mirror episode “Common People.”