Daytime Emmy Winner Jacob Young has shifted his focus in recent years, but the former daytime star is returning to the screen with a new project that he revealed on social media.
In a recent Instagram post, Young promoted his upcoming film A Murder Between Friends, which he described as a modern murder mystery in the tradition of Agatha Christie.
Young shared the film’s trailer along with the caption, “January 19, 2026! Couldn’t be more excited for this!”
He also highlighted his behind-the-scenes involvement, writing, “It truly is a lot of work to, direct, produce and act in a feature. 😮💨 So glad you are all about to finally see the fruits of our labor that turned into this fabulous production!”
Young also introduced the film’s creative team, noting it was “written and executive produced by the talented Mark Rozzano.” And stars Dame Joan Collins, Jacob Young, Nadia Bjorlin, Toby Alexander-Smith, Jim Borstelmann, Hana Vagnerová, India Thain, and newcomer Espen Hatleskog.
He continued to praise the team, adding, “What a talented cast! Co-directed by Trent Garrett. It was so great to work with my dear friend Lukas Kalmar as the outstanding cinematographer, love you brother you truly brought this project together. I’d also like to thank my dear friend and mentor @the_tom_shell for all the great advice.”
Young closed his caption by thanking the films cast and creative partners, writing, “It takes a lot to move a mountain. You’re amazing. @mark_rozzano@joancollinsdbe@nadiabjorlin@toby_alexander_smith@iamhanavagnerova@indiathain@simoncottonactor@jim_borstelmann_@espenhatleskogofficial@lukeyykal@trentkgarrett@vision.films@artistviewentertainment#amurderbetweenfriends”
Fans React
Fans took to the comment section to show their support. One user wrote, “This looks absolutely incredible brother, I would’ve been in awe of the presence of Dame Joan Collins, shes a joy to watch.. forever congratulations on the hugely talented cast as well.. 👏” While a second added, “What an amazing experience to work next to the Diva @joancollinsdbe 😍❤️ Can’t wait to see you.” With a third adding, “The movie looks spectacular🎥🎬 with some amazing and talented actors.😁❤️”
A Murder Between Friends is scheduled for releases on January 19, 2026.
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