Tyler James Williams is taking on a dark role.
The Abbott Elementary star will have a leading role alongside Hayden Panettiere in the upcoming Lionsgate film, Amber Alert.
According to Vibe, the thriller is in post-production, and it’s a “ high-stakes game of cat and mouse.”
What Is This New Tyler James Williams Film About?

The thriller follows Jaq and her driver, Shane (played by Tyler James Williams).
Jaq is ecstatic about her first day at a new workplace while Shane wants to use this side gig to earn some extra moolah.
An Amber Alert comes, and the pair realize the car in front matches a kidnapper’s description.
They choose to take action and follow the kidnapper’s vehicle, hoping to save a kidnapped kid but putting their lives on the line.
Kerry Bellessa directed the film, and he co-wrote it with Joshua Oram.
Williams and Panettiere are also executive producers.
Amber Alert is Tyler James Williams’ first thriller since he landed his role on Abbott Elementary.
In 2023, he landed a Golden Globe for his iconic role as Gregory Eddie.
Williams was grateful for the opportunity to bring the character to life when he won the award.
“The magnitude of the moment is not lost on me. I pray that this is a win for Gregory Eddie and for his story and for stories like his—that we may understand but his story just as important as all of the other stories that have to be told out here.”