Tom Burke Cast in Halina Reijn’s Upcoming A24 Film ‘Please’

Tom Burke, known for his role in The Souvenir, has officially signed on to join Grammy nominee Gracie Abrams in Please, a forthcoming film from A24, directed by Halina Reijn, recognized for her work in Babygirl and Bodies Bodies Bodies.

Details regarding the characters and plot remain undisclosed. Reijn will produce the film alongside her frequent collaborator David Hinojosa through her production company, Man Up. A24 is also on board as a producer and financer, with Zach Nutman serving as executive producer.

Burke, an emerging talent in the British acting scene, has garnered attention for portraying Orson Welles in David Fincher’s acclaimed film Mank and playing Praetorian Jack in George Miller’s upcoming Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. His filmography also includes roles in Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag, Sebastián Lelio’s The Wonder, Joanna Hogg’s The Souvenir, Ralph Fiennes’ The Invisible Woman, and Nicolas Winding Refn’s Only God Forgives.

In addition to his film work, Burke has appeared in notable television series such as War & Peace, The Lazarus Project, C.B. Strike, and Legends. His upcoming projects include Alex Garland’s Elden Ring movie for A24, Prime Video’s Blade Runner 2099, the BBC One drama California Avenue, and a new film from Lenny Abrahamson, where he stars alongside Eve Hewson.

Burke is represented by B-Side Management, WME, and Entertainment 360.