Brosnan Helps Wilson In The Coup

Pierce Brosnan has joined the actioner "The Coup" says The Hollywood Reporter.

The story follows an American family led by Owen Wilson that relocates to the region only to become embroiled in a violent coup as rebels mercilessly attack the city.

Brosnan plays a mysterious and ultimately heroic government operative.

John Erick Dowdle ("Devil") will direct from a screenplay he co-wrote with his brother Drew Dowdle.

Adam Ripp, Rob Paris, Steve Alexander and Drew Dowdle will produce the film.

Production kicks off in Southeast Asia in October.