Danny Dyer's Latest Movie: Rockstar's Social Media Buzz Explained

If you're a fan of Rockstar Games and have been keeping up with their posts on X (formerly known as Twitter), you might have been taken aback by their recent shout-out to the British film Marching Powder and its star, Danny Dyer. The post, which praised the film as a "proper naughty comedy," led many to wonder why Rockstar, a giant in the gaming world, would promote a relatively small British movie to its massive following of 21 million.

Who is Danny Dyer?

Danny Dyer, born Danial John Dyer, is an actor hailing from East London. A household name in the UK, Dyer is celebrated as an "absolute legend," a term that encapsulates someone who is funny, reckless, original, and sensitive in just the right proportions. Since starting his acting career in 1993, Dyer has become synonymous with portraying gritty, working-class characters. His public persona, marked by outspokenness on social issues and a "tough uncle" life approach, adds to his charm. For instance, in 2010, he advised a Zoo magazine reader on how to cope with a break-up by suggesting a "rampage drinking session with the boys." Dyer's social media presence is equally entertaining, with posts like his anticipation for bonfire night, humorously suggesting sending Furbys into the sky on a rocket.

How is Danny Dyer Connected to Rockstar?

For fans of the Grand Theft Auto series, Danny Dyer's voice might ring a bell. He voiced Kent Paul in GTA: Vice City and GTA: San Andreas, portraying a band manager with a penchant for mischief. However, Dyer's connection to Rockstar goes beyond just voicing a character. In 2004, he starred in The Football Factory, a film directed by Nick Love and produced by none other than Rockstar Games. This surprising venture into film production by Rockstar highlights their support for Dyer and Love's creative endeavors.

Marching Powder, the film Rockstar recently promoted, reunites Dyer with director Nick Love. While not a sequel to The Football Factory, it shares thematic elements such as football hooliganism, heavy drinking, and drug use, wrapped in a distinctly British sense of humor. Despite Rockstar's endorsement, they are not involved in the production of Marching Powder. Their promotion seems to stem from a nostalgic nod to their past collaboration with Dyer and Love.

Is Vice City's Kent Paul Returning for GTA 6?

While Rockstar's recent post about Marching Powder has nothing to do with GTA 6, it's natural to wonder if Dyer's character, Kent Paul, might return. The Grand Theft Auto series is divided into two universes: the 3D era (PS2 and PSP) and the HD era (starting with GTA 4). These universes have distinct storylines, which is why cities and characters from the 3D era don't directly carry over to the HD era games.

However, there have been instances of overlap. For example, Grove Street from San Andreas appears in GTA 5, and certain gangs and characters like Lazlo have appeared across both universes. Notably, Kent Paul has his name on the Vinewood Walk of Fame in GTA 5. While it's possible that Kent Paul could make a comeback in GTA 6, Rockstar's post about Marching Powder doesn't provide any clues in that direction.