Year-Ender: Rising Stars to Look Out for in 2025; Kit Connor, Josh Rivera, Glen Powell and More

After delving into the captivating lives of these exceptional talents, I find myself both inspired and intrigued. The journey each of them has embarked upon is nothing short of remarkable, and their resilience, passion, and dedication to their craft are truly admirable.

2025 promises an exciting time in Hollywood as it brings a spotlight on both budding and established acting talents who are poised to shine brightly. These captivating performers have already made a mark with their memorable roles and bold decisions; yet, there’s much more in store from them as they continue their journey towards stardom.

Ready to see what these talented artists have in store for us next? Let’s delve into the exciting projects they’re working on, which are set to impress even more as we approach the new year!

Young Stars Ready to Dominate Hollywood in 2025

Kit Connor:

As a lifestyle expert, I would say: Recently, transitioning from a high school romance heartthrob to a stage actor on Broadway as Romeo has been an exciting journey for me. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, I shared that I accepted this role because it felt daring and bold – a sentiment I intend to carry forward when selecting future projects.

Although Connor, aged 20, hasn’t definitively confirmed whether “Heartstopper” will have a fourth season or not, he is gearing up for his most mature role yet – the upcoming A24 thriller from Alex Garland titled “Warfare”, marketing activities for which are set to commence shortly.

The movie is set for an April 2025 release.

Kaia Gerber:

Starting her career as a model, similar to her mom Cindy Crawford, Gerber has ventured into the world of acting over the last few years. She’s made a name for herself primarily in comedy, with roles in shows like Bottoms, Palm Royale, Saturday Night, and others. Upcoming projects include working with Anne Hathaway in Mother Maryland from A24, as well as alongside Keanu Reeves in Apple TV’s Outcome.

According to THR, the well-known founder of a book club is also on the lookout for potential opportunities to adapt captivating books into future projects.

Josh Rivera:

Following his taste of fame from Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story in 2021, Rivera encountered a lengthy period without work that eventually left him financially depleted and compelled to take up bartending. Interestingly, actors who have faced similar hardships have frequently rebounded strongly, much like the resilience of carbon crystals.

We’ll be keeping an eye on Rivera’s acting in Ryan Murphy’s American Sports Drama coming up next year. He is set to play the role of the ex-NFL player, Aaron Hernandez, in the upcoming season of the FX series.

Dominic Sessa:

Despite worrying about his career when he was taken from the drama department at his boarding school to appear in The Holdovers last year, Sessa seems to have thrived in the challenging landscape of showbiz ever since. Kudos to him!

Among his future endeavors are an anticipated biopic titled “Oh. What. Fun.” produced by A24, and the third part of the series known as “Now You See Me”.

Sessa shared with the previously mentioned media source that he’s selecting projects which he believes would be entertaining for him to be part of.

Sophie Wilde:

Following the successful premiere of the 2022 horror film “Talk to Me,” Wilde recently teamed up with Nicole Kidman in Halina Reijn’s “Babygirl.” Currently, she is working alongside another well-known figure, Tom Cruise, for Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s clandestine production in London.

26-year-old Wilde finds her scheduled career demanding due to the daily barrage of emails she needs to address.

Seasoned Stars Set to Shine in Hollywood in 2025

Glen Powell:

Earlier this year, an unidentified commentator labeled Powell as having more impact than Ryan Gosling, pointing out that his appeal transcends both male and female audiences, unlike Gosling who primarily appeals to females. However, Powell humbly and publicly dismissed this claim. Despite this, he has been soaring in popularity within the Hollywood scene after his 2023 romantic comedy, Anyone But You. In 2024, he captivated audiences with Twisters, and is poised to continue his success into the upcoming year as well.

This individual, known for his acting skills but also a hobbyist author and producer, is collaborating on a TV show – a humorous college football series with the Manning brothers. This project will see him acting too, and it’s destined for Hulu. It’s additionally been reported that he’s writing a stage musical for Broadway.

Florence Pugh:

Over the past few years, I’ve managed to hold my ground in notable films like Greta Gerwig’s Little Women, Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, and Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two. However, it seems that producers haven’t quite taken the leap to establish a franchise around me yet. But who knows what next year might bring? I can only wait and see.

We Live in Time alongside Andrew Garfield was Pugh’s most celebrated work this year.

Sydney Sweeney:

At just 26 years old, the star of Euphoria boasts more than 50 professional roles under her belt and is busy with several exciting future projects. Soon, you’ll see her delivering actual blows in an unnamed biopic about Christy Martin. Additionally, she’s overseeing the remake of Barbarella, which has attracted director Edgar Wright.

This year, Sweeney appeared in Immaculate, Madame Web, and Eden.

Timothée Chalamet:

Timothée Chalamet hasn’t been part of any projects that flopped recently. In fact, he starred in two successful live-action movies, “Wonka” and “Dune: Part Two,” within the last year.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m thrilled to share that Timothée Chalamet, who captivated audiences with his exceptional portrayal of Bob Dylan in the Christmas biopic “The Complete Unknown,” is set to maintain his streak of impressive performances. His next project, slated for release next year, is an enticing globetrotting adventure comedy titled “Marty Supreme.” Joining him on this exciting journey will be Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler, The Creator, and other talented artists. I can’t wait to see what these brilliant minds bring to the screen!

Jenna Ortega:

This year, Ortega, who brought Wednesday to life in Netflix, is also set to appear in Sony’s Klara and the Sun and A24’s dark comedy Death of a Unicorn. Given such an impressive lineup, it’s unlikely that the actress will fail to satisfy her fans.

She also has Wednesday 2 coming out next year if things go as planned.

As a die-hard movie enthusiast, I’m absolutely thrilled to share that there are some extraordinary talents gracing our screens in 2025 whose performances I simply can’t wait to witness. These include Paul Mescal, Austin Butler, Megan Stalter, Ambika Mod, and Leo Woodall. Their impending appearances promise a cinematic experience that’s bound to leave us all spellbound!

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