Former teen heartthrob Chad Michael Murray shows off his fit physique in newly released stills from his upcoming film The Merry Gentlemen.
The 43-year-old One Tree Hill alum also stars in Netflix's holiday movie, an all-male, Christmas-themed revue.
In the first look photos, Murray can be seen dancing shirtless, showing off his toned biceps and chiseled stomach. He wears a cowboy hat and jeans for one show, then a bowler hat and suspenders à la cabaret style.
Joining Murray in the film are Britt Robertson, Marla Sokoloff, Hector David Jr., Colt Pratus and Marc Anthony Samuel, all of whom appear in first look photos.
Murray said of the new film on Wednesday. 'We take a lot of the tropes that have been created for this particular genre and make fun of them in a very tasteful way.'
Former teen heartthrob Chad Michael Murray flaunts his fit physique in newly released stills from his upcoming film The Merry Gentlemen.
The 43-year-old One Tree Hill alum stars in Netflix's holiday movie, which features an all-male, Christmas-themed review.
The plot follows a former big-city dancer (played by Robertson) who stages an all-male, Christmas-themed revue in an attempt to save his parents' small-town performance venue.
Murray's character, Luke, is a 'loving, confident and slightly sarcastic' contractor who helps Ashley's family in the rhythm room.
“He's thrown into an unfamiliar situation and pushed to the limits of comfort,” Murray told the outlet.
The star also said that she has fully embraced the dance routines that come with the role; And is said to have taken his preparation seriously.
'It's something I don't do. I said, “Oh, this scares me. I have to do this,” he revealed. 'I made several phone calls and said, “Let's get to rehearsals as soon as possible.”
Extensive training sessions fostered strong camaraderie among the cast of The Merry Gentlemen.
Murray noted, 'If you're going to do it, you have to do it all,' emphasizing that each member contributed their unique talents to the film while supporting each other.
“When I read the script, I was like, “This is my kind of Christmas movie!'' said Robertson Tutum. 'I don't have to do any burlesque. I see very talented guys doing it.
The cast also includes Beth Broderick, Michael Cross and Maxwell Caulfield.
Murray said of the new film on Wednesday.
Murray is joined in the film by Britt Robertson (R), Marla Sokoloff (L), Hector David Jr., Colt Pratus and Marc Anthony Samuel making their first appearance.
Murray gained widespread recognition in the early 2000s as Lucas Scott in the hit teen drama Tree Hill (pictured), which he portrayed from 2003 to 2012.
A Cinderella Story (2004), Hilary Duff and Freaky Friday (2003) opposite Lindsay Lohan (pictured).
Murray gained widespread recognition in the early 2000s as Lucas Scott in the hit teen drama Tree Hill, which he portrayed from 2003 to 2012.
A Cinderella Story (2004), with Hilary Duff and Freaky Friday (2003) opposite Lindsay Lohan.
Beyond his early successes, Murray has continued to evolve as an actor, appearing in series such as Agent Carter and Survivor's Remorse, as well as the horror film The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia (2013), demonstrating his range and adaptability. In business.
The Merry Gentlemen premieres November 20 on Netflix.
