Connor Storrie in talks to join Craig Zobel thriller 'Turpentine'

Connor Storrie is in talks to star in 'Turpentine', a thriller directed by Craig Zobel for T-Street production company

Connor Storrie is in discussions to star in Turpentine, an upcoming thriller directed by Craig Zobel, adding to growing momentum around the high-profile project.

The film has already attracted attention following reports that Melissa McCarthy is also circling a leading role.

According to industry reports, Storrie’s involvement is not yet finalised, and details about his character remain undisclosed. However, his potential casting signals continued demand for the rising actor, who has recently gained significant recognition in the entertainment industry.

Turpentine is based on a script by Justin Varava, which featured on the 2024 Black List, highlighting it as one of the most promising unproduced screenplays of the year. The story follows a troubled son who orchestrates a robbery targeting his own parents in an attempt to settle a debt with a bookie. The plan quickly spirals out of control, leading to severe consequences.

The project is being produced by Rian Johnson and Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner, alongside Shivani Rawat’s ShivHans Pictures. The combination of established producers and a recognised script has positioned Turpentine as a notable upcoming entry in the thriller genre.

Storrie’s rising profile comes after the success of Heated Rivalry, a hockey romance series where he starred alongside Hudson Williams. The show became a major streaming success and contributed to his growing popularity. He has since been linked to several new projects, including the A24 comedy Peaked.

Prior to his breakout role, Storrie appeared in supporting roles in Tiny Beautiful Things and Joker: Folie à Deux. His expanding filmography continues to place him among emerging actors to watch in upcoming releases