# Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe Team Up | Austin News

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Podcast: [Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463304)
Published: 2026-09-14T20:44:07+00:00
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Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe ignite the silver screen in “The Weight,” a gritty Depression-era thriller set against the harsh backdrop of a brutal work camp. Hawke stars as Samuel Murphy, separated from his daughter and given one last chance at freedom—if he can pull off a perilous mission. Crowe commands as the warden who offers this gamble, while Julia Jones brings depth as Anna, an Indigenous runaway caught in their deadly journey. Filmed in Germany and steeped in classic action cinema vibes, the film premiered to rave reviews at Sundance. Directed by Padraic McKinley—whose prior collaborations with the leads helped shape the story—the cast delivers powerhouse performances, making every tense moment feel earned and electric. Don’t miss this gripping tale of survival, sacrifice, and redemption hitting theaters Friday, September 18. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.kvue.com/article/entertainment/in-the-spotlight/ethan-hawke-julia-jones-padraic-mckinley-the-weight-interview-russell-crowe/507-6f2b4a23-9c9c-46a5-9517-4bb8384d6218 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/108b85a47f2f669a Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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