Martin Scorsese’s Netflix Casino Drama Is Sparking Celebrity Casting Buzz Martin Scorsese, Brian Koppelman, and David Levien are developing a new eight-part series for Netflix set in the high-stakes world of modern Las Vegas casinos. The project, described as a modernized yet still perilous version of the city’s legendary casino scene, centers on Robert “Bobby Red” Redman, the president of a top hotel-casino in town. Redman must navigate risky decisions to maintain his position and expand his influence in the competitive industry. While the series is unrelated to Scorsese’s 1995 film Casino, fans of the director’s work are already speculating about potential casting choices. Actor PJ Schulte has emerged as a popular suggestion, with several celebrities and social media figures advocating for his inclusion. Boxer Ryan Garcia tweeted, “Got to get PJ starring in this!!” Comedian Adam Waheed echoed the sentiment, writing, “Need to cast my guy PJ [Schulte] for this!!” Social media star Jayline Ojeda added, “They need [PJ Schulte] in this show!” Schulte himself expressed enthusiasm about the possibility, stating, “That would be a dream come true.” He shared that while he is currently involved in producing and management projects, the series represents a personal passion. “I’m doing a lot of projects on the producing side and management, but this is like a secret passion of mine and I’m really hitting those late-night classes, staying sharp,” he told The Hollywood Fix. “I’m just staying ready for whatever.” Fans have also pushed for other A-list names, including Josh Duhamel and Sharon Stone. One fan wrote on Instagram, “Put [James Lesure] and [Josh Duhamel] in the show or we riot.” Another fan insisted, “[Sharon Stone] better be starring in this in some way.#netflix #martin_scorsese #pj_schulte #brian_koppelman #david_levien
Martin Scorsese Netflix Casino Drama Sparks Celebrity Support for PJ Schulte Martin Scorsese’s upcoming Netflix casino series has generated significant buzz, with A-list celebrities actively advocating for the casting of actor PJ Schulte. The project marks the director’s return to the world of high-stakes gambling three decades after his 1995 film Casino. The untitled eight-episode series, created by Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien, is set in modern-day Las Vegas and features a star-studded production team. Julie and Rick Yorn, known for their work on Billions, have joined Koppelman and Levien as producers. Schulte, who has been vocal about the celebrity backing, shared his thoughts during an interview with The Hollywood Fix. He noted that many of the supporters are friends and clients, with some discovering the project through a social media platform and quickly expressing their enthusiasm. Superstar boxer Ryan Garcia and social media influencer Adam Waheed were among the most vocal advocates, with Garcia tweeting, “Got to get PJ starring in this!!” and Waheed writing, “Need to cast my guy PJ @italian for this!!” Other celebrities, including lawyer E5quire and social media star Jayline Ojeda, also praised Schulte’s potential role, with Ojeda stating, “They need @italian in this show!” Schulte expressed genuine excitement about the opportunity, calling it a “dream come true.” When asked about his availability, he mentioned his current focus on producing and management projects but emphasized his dedication to the role, noting he’s “staying sharp” through late-night classes. He also praised the creative team, calling Scorsese “the GOAT” and highlighting the talents of Koppelman, Levien, and the Yorns.#netflix #las_vegas #martin_scorsese #pj_schulte #billions
