The internet lost its mind. A Letterboxd screenshot went viral on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that Hollywood’s golden boy Timothée Chalamet would star as Cristiano Ronaldo, and Andrew Garfield would play Lionel Messi in a 2028 biopic directed by Michael Mann. Football fans. Cinema lovers. Chaos. But before you plan your opening night outfit — here’s the truth: it’s completely fake.
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Ronaldo-Messi Biopic Rumour — Fact vs Fiction
| Claim | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Timothée Chalamet playing Cristiano Ronaldo | ❌ False — No official announcement |
| Andrew Garfield playing Lionel Messi | ❌ False — No official announcement |
| Biopic titled “Ronaldo” releasing in 2028 | ❌ False — No such film confirmed |
| Michael Mann directing the biopic | ❌ False — Unverified, originated from fake Letterboxd post |
| Ana de Armas as Georgina Rodriguez | ❌ False — Part of same hoax |
| Ronaldo’s own film studio (URMarv) is real | ✅ True — Launched in 2025 with filmmaker Matthew Vaughn |
| Andrew Garfield in The Magic Faraway Tree | ✅ True — Releases March 27, 2026 |
So Where Did This Rumour Come From?
A screenshot from a Letterboxd page posted by user @AbhayCuts on X went viral, listing the alleged biopic with full cast and crew details. It looked convincing. It had director names, cast names, a release year, everything. There was just one problem — none of it was real.
No studio has confirmed a Ronaldo biopic. Cristiano Ronaldo has made no such announcement. And both Chalamet and Garfield are already locked into their own upcoming projects, leaving little room for a multi-year biopic commitment.
Chalamet, fresh off his Bob Dylan and Wonka runs, has not teased any footballer role. Garfield, meanwhile, stars in The Magic Faraway Tree releasing March 27, 2026 — hardly the schedule of a man about to embark on playing Messi.
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What IS Real — Ronaldo’s Own Film Studio
Here’s where it gets genuinely exciting. In 2025, Cristiano Ronaldo launched his own independent film production company — URMarv — in collaboration with British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn (Kingsman, Kick-Ass). The studio’s stated focus is on “embracing innovative technology, with a nod to tradition.”
So while the Chalamet-Garfield biopic is pure fiction, the idea of a Ronaldo-produced film? Very much on the horizon — and potentially far more authentic.
According to Wikipedia’s Cristiano Ronaldo page, Ronaldo is one of the most decorated footballers in history, with 5 Ballon d’Or awards, 900+ career goals, and a global following that makes any film project surrounding him an instant blockbuster candidate.
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FAQs
Q: Are Timothée Chalamet and Andrew Garfield starring in a Ronaldo-Messi biopic in 2028?
No — this is a viral hoax that originated from a fake Letterboxd post on X. No studio, director, or actor has officially confirmed any Ronaldo or Messi biopic featuring these actors.
Q: Does Cristiano Ronaldo have his own film production company?
Yes — Ronaldo launched URMarv in 2025, a film studio co-created with British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn, focused on innovative storytelling. However, this is separate from the fake biopic rumour circulating online.
