David Leitch, known for co-directing the first John Wick, is in talks with Netflix to direct the live-action Gears of War movie, which adapts the popular video game.
It basically sounds like a done deal as the trades add Leitch and his producing partner Kelly McCormick are producing through their 87North banner in partnership with The Coalition.
Previous details include that Dune scribe Jon Spaihts is attached as the writer. Plot details are being kept under wraps.
Rumors have also said Brie Larson could star. Dave Bautista has also said he wants in.
Leitch is also known for Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Bullet Train, and Fall Guy.
Gears of War details
The Netflix Gears of War movie was first announced back in 2022, with it said a Gears of War live-action and animated universe is being created. Teaser art was released for the adult animated series, pictured above.
With over 40 million copies sold, Gears of War stands as one of gaming’s most recognized and praised franchises. Set in a world on the edge of collapse, humanity faces annihilation at the hands of the Locust—a brutal enemy emerging from underground. Delta Squad, led by disgraced sergeant Marcus Fenix, becomes humanity’s last hope for survival.
“Emergence Day” sets the stage: the planet is in ruins, cities destroyed, and the Locust Horde keeps coming. Fenix, once left to rot in prison, now carries the burden of saving what’s left. The only comfort? Humanity isn’t wiped out. Yet.
The most recent installment shifts focus to Kait Diaz. As war erupts, she sets out on her own to uncover a personal link to the enemy—only to find the biggest threat to the planet may be herself.
