'Mountainhead' Teaser Highlights Tech Billionaires in Crisis

HBO has released the first teaser for 'Mountainhead,' the debut feature film from 'Succession' creator Jesse Armstrong, set to premiere May 31 on Max. The movie stars Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef as four tech billionaire friends with a combined net worth of $371 billion who meet at a luxury mountain retreat as global chaos unfolds. The plot explores their possible responsibility for an international crisis, as one of their platforms is accused of disseminating deepfakes and causing market and societal instability. Armstrong blends satire and social commentary, focusing on the egos and self-delusion of the ultra-wealthy. The supporting cast includes Hadley Robinson, Andy Daly, Ali Kinkade, and others, with the film written and directed by Armstrong. 'Mountainhead' was filmed in early 2025 in Park City, Utah, marking Armstrong’s first major project since 'Succession.'