John Cena Calls His Acting Style that of 'a Mercenary in a Meat Suit'

Heads of State: 'a perfect summer movie'

Just months after Viola Davis played a gun-toting US president saving the day at a G20 summit, along comes another "stupendously idiotic yet eminently watchable" action-buddy movie with a top-tier geopolitical setting, said Kevin Maher in The Times.This time, the "bickering protagonists" are the leaders of the US and the UK: President Will Derringer (John Cena), a crass populist and former Hollywood action-movie star; and British PM Sam Clarke (…

John Cena calls his acting style that of 'a mercenary in a meat suit'

Cena is currently starring as the President of the United States in "Heads of State."John Cena realizes that his acting persona might be that of a meathead — and he's embracing it.Cena, who is currently starring in Prime Video's Heads of State, says he doesn't try to think he's ever smarter than the audience or his colleagues while acting. Instead, he dives into his roles headfirst. "I am merely a mercenary in a meat suit," he tells Entertainmen…

How John Cena Pulled Off a Good-Guy POTUS in ‘Heads of State’

In Prime Video’s new action comedy, the WWE villain teamed up with Idris Elba—and the result is one of the most explosive action flicks of the year.

VFX studio Milk creates key sequences for ‘Heads of State’

London-based VFX studio Milk delivered standout visuals for Heads of State, including CG tomatoes and a siege sequence.

You Can Travel To 'Heads Of State' Filming Locations With All The Confidence Of A World Leader - Travel Noire

The action-comedy film “Heads of State” made its debut on July 2, 2025, streaming exclusively on Prime Video. Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the movie stars Idris Elba as British Prime Minister Sam Clarke and John Cena as U.S. President Will Derringer. The project’s popularity has been fueled by not only its explosive plot, but also its striking, cinematic backdrops that raise the stakes. As Derringer and Clarke navigate global tensions and double…

Boys over Flowers to The Heirs; Top 10 Korean dramas available on MX Player

With the success of Priyanka Chopra Jonas's recent OTT release, Heads of State, Priyanka is making time for her family. The global star is currently vacationing in Miami with her husband Nick Jonas, their daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, and a few close friends, having the much-needed break after her recent film Heads of State. The film was directed by Ilya Naishuller. It stars Idris Elba, John Cena, and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles. The …