Gear up for the ultimate Wild West showdown. March 1, 2024, marks the release of Western “Outlaw Posse,” written, directed, and led by the legendary Mario Van Peebles
“Outlaw Posse” boasts a star-studded cast featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Cedric The Entertainer, Edward James Olmos, William Mapother, and Neal McDonough. It also is a father-son affair as his son Mandela joins him on this gritty adventure along with the talented John Carroll Lynch and Allen Payne.
The stage is set against an unfair and corrupt world, where renegade cowboy Chief (Mario Van Peebles) rallies a fearless group of outcasts. Their mission: a daring cross-country journey to reclaim stolen gold in a lawless and untamed territory. As the pursuit unfolds, the relentless lawman Angel (William Mapother) hot on their heels transforms the journey into a high-stakes game of survival and redemption. Brace yourself for intense gunfights, dramatic showdowns, and thrilling horse chases, with key allies like Stagecoach Mary (Whoopi Goldberg) shaping the destiny of the outlaw posse.
Watch the adrenaline-pumping trailer below and save the date March 1, 2024.
In a statement to Complex, Mario Van Peebles expressed his passion for the project, saying, “No doubt the making of OUTLAW POSSE has been a labor of love! We had a blast making a badass Western that reflects how really wild and diverse the west was.” The film not only goes after the gold but also stands up against unfair regulations, declaring that when laws are unjust, the just become outlaws!
“Outlaw Posse” pays homage to the 1993 film “Posse,” where Mario Van Peebles co-starred with his late father, Melvin Van Peebles. Continuing the tradition, Mario joins forces with his son Mandela in this thrilling adventure.
As Mario Van Peebles aptly puts it, “We may not always watch the same news these days or share the same facts, but hopefully we can all still enjoy a raucous ride through the wild wild West together; and who knows, maybe we’ll come out the other side a little less divided.”
Produced by Kip Konwiser and Joshua Russell, “Outlaw Posse” is primed to captivate audiences, with Highland Film Group expertly handling distribution. Don’t miss out on this wild ride through the untamed West!
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