Tom Holland has launched a new production company, Billy17, signing a producing deal with Sony Pictures. He is joined in this venture by Harry Holland and Will South.
The first project under the Billy17 banner is an original film titled “Burnt,” developed by the trio. Rodney Rothman, the Academy Award-winning writer of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” will pen the screenplay. While plot details remain under wraps, the film is set to feature Tom Holland in the lead role.
Billy17 has additional projects in the works with Sony Pictures. These include an adaptation of Graeme Simsion’s bestselling novel “The Rosie Project” for TriStar Pictures. This production will also involve Matt Tolmach and Michael Costigan from Jason Bateman’s Aggregate Films. Another upcoming project is an adaptation of Teddy Wayne’s novel “The Winner,” which Holland will star in and produce alongside Amy Pascal.
“I’ve had a strong and positive relationship with Sony Pictures for almost a decade, so partnering with them for this new venture felt natural,” said Tom Holland. “Starting Billy17 has been a long-time goal, and we’re excited to create movies that are both entertaining and rewatchable. Our first project, ‘Burnt,’ has been on our minds for years, and having Rodney involved as the writer is incredible. We’re fully committed and eager to see what’s next.”
Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, commented, “Tom, Harry, and Will bring fresh ideas and the energy to make them happen. Extending our partnership with Tom, who has already been instrumental in our success, is a fantastic step. Beyond his acting talent, this new venture highlights his potential as a producer. We’re committed to these new projects and look forward to more in the future.”
Holland’s collaboration with Sony Pictures has been highly successful. He starred in and executive produced “Uncharted,” which earned $407 million globally and became the fourth highest-grossing video game adaptation in the U.S. He also played a key role in the “Spider-Man” trilogy directed by Jon Watts, which has collectively made nearly $4 billion worldwide. The latest film in the series, “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” grossed $1.9 billion globally, making it the seventh highest-grossing movie of all time worldwide and Sony’s most successful release to date.
Billy17 is represented by WME and Sloane, Offer, Weber, Dern. Tom Holland is represented by WME, Shelter PR, and Sloane, Offer, Weber, Dern.
