Why Succession creator Jesse Armstrong is writing about rich people again
Published: 5/29/2025

Jesse Armstrong, creator of Succession, ventures into a new satirical film called Mountainhead, focusing on tech billionaires amidst social unrest. The film stars Steve Carrell and Ramy Youssef and was crafted in just 22 days to mirror the fast-paced world of technology and AI. Armstrong's interest lies in power dynamics rather than just wealth, reflected in his swift approach to capturing societal anxieties in this latest project.