John Boyega is a Protective Dad in the 'Imperial Dreams' Trailer - Watch Now

John Boyega filmed a movie just before he was cast in his iconic Force Awakens role, and you can watch the trailer now!

The 23-year-old actor plays Bambi, an ex-con living in poverty who struggles to raise his son as he chases his dream of being a writer.

Scream Queens star Keke Palmer also makes an appearance in the film as Bambi’s imprisoned girlfriend Samaara.

The movie premiered at Sundance in 2014, and now John’s starring role in the biggest North American box office hit ever is giving it new life!

Watch the Imperial Dreams trailer below!