INTERVIEW: Ilya Naishuller Discusses ‘Heads of State,’ The Cast And What Future Might Hold

Nobody director Ilya Naishuller makes a dynamic return to big-budget Hollywood with Amazon MGM Studios' action-comedy Heads of State. The film stars Idris Elba as UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke and John Cena as U.S. President Will Derringer — two world leaders who can barely stand each other. But when they're thrust into the center of a global conspiracy, they're forced to team up in a high-stakes, fast-paced adventure that demands cooperation and it delivers plenty of laughs along the way.

At the core of Heads of State is the electric chemistry between Elba and Cena, which drives both the humor and the heart of the film. Joining them is Priyanka Chopra, whose presence adds even more energy and charisma to the already stacked cast.

I had the pleasure of speaking with director Ilya Naishuller about stepping back into the director’s chair, the casting process, the film’s vibrant and kinetic visual style, and what the future might hold for these larger-than-life characters.

Watch our interview below:

Heads of State is now streaming on Prime Video.