A Different Man 2024

Movie · 112 min · English · January 21, 2024

Black comedy Independent Psychological thriller

Directed by Aaron SchimbergWritten by Aaron Schimberg

Starring Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, Adam Pearson, C. Mason Wells, Owen Kline

A 2024 American dark comedy psychological thriller film, A Different Man was written and directed by Aaron Schimberg. The movie stars Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, and Adam Pearson. Edward (Stan), an actor living with neurofibromatosis, decides to have an experimental face transformation procedure. His new appearance brings to light old self-doubts and emerging problems.

The film made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival on January 21, 2024. It was later shown at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival on February 16, where Stan received the Silver Bear for Best Leading Performance. A theatrical release in the United States occurred on September 20, 2024 through A24. Critics responded favorably, especially praising Stan and Pearson's acting along with Schimberg's script.

A Different Man was nominated for Best Makeup and Hairstyling at the 97th Academy Awards. Stan also won Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards.