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‘Artificial’ Trailer: First Look at Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman in Creepy Biopic

A creepy teaser starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman ignites debate ahead of Luca Guadagnino’s OpenAI biopic "Artificial".

By · Published September 8, 2026  16:26 UTC · Updated September 12, 2026  01:37 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 16 distinct news outlets with 22 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 22.
  • Primary Driver: A creepy teaser starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman ignites debate ahead of Luca Guadagnino’s OpenAI biopic "Artificial".
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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A teaser for Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming film "Artificial" debuted on FirstShowing, revealing a dramatized portrayal of OpenAI’s co‑founder Sam Altman. The short clip introduced the film’s visual style, was described as a “must‑see teaser,” and established the narrative around OpenAI’s rise.\n\nAndrew Garfield, cast as Altman, told The Independent he feels “really scared” of potential backlash.

IMDb notes the film will rank among his longest 21st‑century releases. Coverage highlights Guadagnino’s direction and the film’s length as points of interest, while the “creepy” visual style fuels discussion among critics.

As the trailer gains traction, industry watchers note the convergence of Guadagnino’s auteur reputation with a tech‑sector storyline, positioning "Artificial" as a notable upcoming release.

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Who is portraying Sam Altman in "Artificial"?

Andrew Garfield.

Which director is attached to the OpenAI biopic titled "Artificial"?

Luca Guadagnino.

How did Variety and The Hollywood Reporter describe the released trailer?

They called it "creepy."

Who reported it (22)

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