Rose Byrne, Jenna Ortega to co-star in sports drama Nasty, based on Olympic gymnastics team

Rose Byrne and Jenna Ortega

Actors Rose Byrne and Jenna Ortega are set to feature in sports drama Nasty. The film is directed by Mary Bronstein, known for Yeast (2008) and will be released by Warner Bros's new indie label, Clockwork.

The project reunites Byrne and Bronstein, who have previously collaborated on If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2025). Byrne received her first Oscar nomination in the Best Actress category for her role in the film.

Nasty revolves around an athlete battling for a spot on the Olympic gymnastics team. She later recognises that her greatest opponent is her coach. It is produced by Margot Robbie's LuckyChap Entertainment alongside Ortega.

Besides Nasty, Ortega will feature in Klara and the Sun. The film is directed by Taika Waititi and features the actor in the titular role.

Byrne will feature in the Peacock series The Good Daughter. Created by Karin Slaughter, the series is based on her best-selling novel. Byrne will essay the role of Samantha Quinn.

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