Polish actor Marcin Dorociński to star alongside Hollywood A-listers in Apple TV+ film 'Mayday'

Polish actor Marcin Dorociński is set to appear alongside Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh in the upcoming Apple TV+ film "Mayday," titled "Katastrofa w duecie" in Polish. The film, directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, is scheduled for release on September 4.

Set in 1989, "Mayday" follows Lieutenant Troy “Assassin” Kelly, played by Reynolds, who is on a secret mission in the Soviet Union when his plane crashes. He awakens to find himself with Nikolay Ustinov, a former high-ranking KGB agent portrayed by Branagh, who, despite being on opposing sides, decides to help Kelly escape.

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It's here! The first trailer for MAYDAY has landed. On screen Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh, @mariabakalovaofficial … and somewhere between them, a humble boy from Kludzienko.

While Apple has not revealed specific plot details, early reports suggest Dorociński plays a Russian character named Alexander Volkov, who is in pursuit of the film's main characters. This role represents a significant step in Dorociński's international career, with his presence visible multiple times in the film's trailer, which prominently features Reynolds and Branagh.

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There are things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy. And there are acting encounters that I never dreamt of – because I didn't dare, because I thought – Me? Where? When? Why? Sir Kenneth Branagh sits (on it) next to Olivier and Guinness. And when I found out I would act with him in a film, I held my breath – one, two, three: breathe deeply, Marcin – I told myself. I had to pinch myself. And I won't say. My knees went weak. My throat went dry. But it was wonderful.

Dorociński himself expressed his excitement about the project, sharing on Facebook that the first trailer had landed and noting his presence alongside the star-studded cast. He described the experience of working with actors like Branagh as a dream come true, referencing Shakespeare's "Hamlet" to convey his awe at being part of such a high-caliber production. He concluded his remarks with the motto, "Dream! Because it's worth it!"

Reflecting on his intensive work on the film, Dorociński mentioned completing nearly four months of work on the project in June 2024. He previously shared a photo with Branagh from the Budapest set, expressing his disbelief and excitement at collaborating with such esteemed actors, whom he likened to figures on an "acting Olympus."

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Dream! Because it's worth it!