The last few years have been relatively quiet forChristian Bale, the Oscar-winning actor who was last seen in live-action in 2022’sThe Pale Blue Eye. However, one of the highest-rated movies in his filmography just got a disappointing streaming update. Bale stars alongsideMatt DamonandJon BernthalinFord v Ferrari, the racing biopic following Carroll Shelby (Damon) and Ken Miles (Bale) as they work to build a revolutionary car for Ford with the hopes of defeating Ferrari at Le Mans in 1966.Ford v Ferrariis currently streaming on Prime Video, but the streamer has confirmed that it willdepart that platform at the end of this month, meaningthe final day to watch the film is June 30. It earned a 92% from critics and 98% from audiences onRotten Tomatoes.
Ford v Ferrarialso grossed $226 million at the box office in 2019 against a reported budget of around $97 million, meaning the film was able to turn a profit for 20th Century Fox.John-HenryandJez Butterworthworked withJason Kellerto write the script forFord v Ferrari, andJames Mangolddirected the film. Mangold is best known for his work onLogan, the 2017 Marvel film that was, at the time, thought of asHugh Jackman’s swan song untilDeadpool & Wolverinecame along. Mangold followedFord v FerrariwithIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the final adventure forHarrison Ford’s legendary explorer. He most recently teamed up withTimothée ChalametforA Complete Unknown, the musical biopic detailing the life of legendary artistBob Dylan.
What’s Next for Christian Bale?
Best known for starring as Bruce Wayne inChristopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, Bale has a few intriguing projects in the works. He’ll next be seen inThe Bride, the upcoming horror film premiering July 16, 2025, that was written and directed byMaggie Gyllenhaal,which also stars her brotherJake GyllenhaalandJohn Magaro. Bale is also attached to star oppositeNicolas CageinMadden, an upcoming biopic telling the story of the lateJohn Madden. The film is currently in production but does not have an official release date.Bale will play Al Davis in the film, which also starsKathryn Hahnand will be directed byDavid O. Russell.
Ford v Ferrariwill leavePrime Videoin five days, so be sure to check out the film while you can. Stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Bale’s future projects.
Ford v Ferrari
