YouTube star and co-owner of 100 Thieves, Valkyrae, is leveling up her career by starring in the upcoming action-comedy film ‘The Family Plan’ alongside Mark Wahlberg. Directed by Simon Cellan Jones and written by David Coggeshall, the movie features Wahlberg as a former top assassin living incognito who must take his unsuspecting family on the run. This high-octane flick is set to release on Apple TV+ on December 15, 2023. Valkyrae’s involvement in the film marks a significant crossover between gaming and mainstream media, highlighting the growing influence of esports and gaming culture in the entertainment industry. Details on Valkyrae’s character in the film are yet to be revealed, but her appearance in a major motion picture is a big win for both her and the gaming community.
Valorant Hits the Big Screen: Valkyrae’s Journey from Streamer to Star
In ‘The Family Plan,’ Valkyrae not only steps into the limelight of Hollywood but also brings a piece of her gaming roots with her. The film features iconic elements from the gaming world, including Valorant, a game that’s close to Valkyrae’s heart, and the legendary HyperX Esports Arena in Las Vegas. This inclusion of real gaming elements in a mainstream movie is a testament to the growing impact of esports and competitive gaming in popular culture, blurring the lines between virtual battles and cinematic storytelling.
