Oscar-Worthy Role? Millie Bobby Brown to Play Olympic Champion in Biographical Film

It's unlikely anyone expected that after the fantastical story about demogorgons, Millie Bobby Brown would choose as her next character a fragile yet unbeatable gymnast with a bandaged ankle.

But here's the twist: the "Stranger Things" star will play Kerri Strug — the American Olympic champion who became a symbol of perseverance.

Kerri's performance remains one of the most unforgettable moments in Olympic history. In 1996, the young athlete, nursing a recent ankle injury, stepped onto the mat, executed her vault, and literally collapsed after a perfect landing.
That legendary Kerri performance
She couldn't walk anymore, but Team USA had their gold. And that image — her coach carrying her off in his arms — became Olympic legend forever.

Now Gia Coppola (granddaughter of Francis Ford Coppola) will bring this drama to the screen — with in the lead role.

According to Deadline, filming starts spring 2026, and Netflix is already eyeing the project. Smart move: these films often become Oscar darlings, especially when the star goes all-out — like Margot Robbie did in "I, Tonya".
Actress Millie Bobby Brown in a beige shirt sits against a blurred room background
Millie Bobby Brown
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Speaking of which, 2025 is shaping up as the year of powerful women on screen. This November brings another biopic — this time about a boxer. Sydney Sweeney ("Euphoria") plays Christy Martin — the first woman signed by legendary promoter Don King. For the role, Sydney gained 30 pounds, fought for real, and trained in the ring for months.

And Millie? Her leap is just beginning. And who knows — maybe this vault will land her first Oscar nomination. Earlier, we at zoomboola.com covered the first trailer for "Christy" starring Sydney Sweeney.