Steve Carell's 'Mountainhead' Explores Billionaires in Global Crisis

Jesse Armstrong, creator of Succession, makes his feature directorial debut with Mountainhead, a satirical HBO film that follows four billionaire tech CEOs, played by Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef, who retreat to a mountain condo as the world faces economic collapse and international crisis. The film lampoons the unchecked power and irresponsibility of the ultra-wealthy, with sharp dialogue and timely themes that echo current real-world issues such as social media toxicity, deepfakes, and market instability. Armstrong’s signature dark humor is evident as the characters display detachment and even excitement amid global chaos, highlighting their lack of culpability despite their enormous influence. The supporting cast includes Hadley Robinson, Andy Daly, and others. Mountainhead premieres May 31 on HBO and will be available for streaming on Max. The film’s teaser has drawn attention for its biting relevance and ensemble cast, underscoring Armstrong’s continued focus on the excesses of the powerful.