Dave Franco has addressed the possibility of portraying Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, in a potential biopic. The actor acknowledged the considerable buzz surrounding the idea, stating that he is "open" to the role, provided the "right people" are involved.

Franco's response came during an appearance on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A fan inquired about his interest in playing Mangione, referencing the widespread online clamor for him to take on the role. Franco admitted that he had not yet been approached about the project. He also noted the unusual level of attention he had received regarding this potential role, saying, "This is something that more people in my life reached out about this exact thing than anything else that has ever happened".

The internet's interest in Franco playing Mangione arose after Mangione's arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on December 9, 2024, following the fatal shooting of Thompson in New York City on December 4, 2024. The resemblance between Franco and Mangione sparked numerous viral posts on social media, with Franco's name trending across various platforms. Franco himself acknowledged the comparisons in an interview at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2025, stating, "I have never received more texts in my life about anything".

While Franco is open to the possibility, he emphasized the importance of the production having "the right people" involved. He did not elaborate on what he meant by this, but it suggests that he would want to ensure the biopic is handled with sensitivity and respect.

Currently, Franco is focused on promoting "Together," a horror film he stars in alongside his wife, Alison Brie. The film follows an engaged couple who retreat to a remote cottage in the woods, only to encounter unimaginable horrors. Franco and Brie have been actively promoting the film, sharing anecdotes from the set, including the "craziest thing" they did together during filming.