Zack Snyder and Netflix are back at it! The visionary director behind Rebel Moon and Army of the Deadis set to helm a new action-packed film, this time focusing on the Los Angeles Police Department. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Snyder will not only direct but also co-write the screenplay with longtime collaborator Kurt Johnstad. While details about the plot are still under wraps, fans can expect a fresh twist—this project will take place in a grounded, real-world setting, a departure from Snyder’s signature larger-than-life storytelling.
This collaboration marks yet another chapter in Snyder’s fruitful relationship with Netflix. Most recently, the filmmaker explored an epic sci-fi narrative in the Rebel Moon movies. The two-part saga, which starred Sophia Boutella as the galaxy-saving warrior Kora, showcased Snyder’s talent for creating visually stunning, expansive universes. With the Rebel Moon saga now behind him, Snyder is shifting gears to deliver a more intimate, earthbound story.
Before diving into Rebel Moon, Snyder delivered Army of the Dead, a thrilling heist movie that became an instant Netflix hit. With his knack for crafting potential blockbusters, the anticipation for this LAPD-focused film is already high. Whether it will blossom into another franchise for the streaming giant remains to be seen, but fans are eager to see Snyder’s grounded take on the action genre.
This partnership with Netflix has also allowed Snyder to leave his tumultuous time with Warner Bros. and the DC Extended Universe behind. After helming Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Zack Snyder’s Justice League, a family tragedy forced him to step away from the franchise. Now, Netflix gives him the creative freedom to tell new stories, unbound by the superhero genre.
While a release date for the LAPD action thriller hasn’t been announced, fans can count on Snyder to deliver his signature flair in a new, gritty setting. Stay tuned for updates as Netflix and Snyder gear up to bring this exciting project to life.
