Development of Netflix's Gears of War Adaptation
Producers David Leitch and Kelly McCormick, fresh from the release of Nobody 2, say development on Netflix’s Gears of War adaptation is picking up pace.
Project Progress and Creative Team
In a wide-ranging interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the 87North partners confirmed the project is moving beyond early stages. Leitch, who signed on to direct earlier this year, is collaborating with screenwriter Jon Spaihts as the team shapes the screenplay.
Spaihts joined the project in 2023 but was occupied with Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three. McCormick said that writing is now underway and that both Netflix and game studio The Coalition are enthusiastic about advancing the film.
Release Strategy and Film Concept
The producers noted a strategic aim to time the movie’s release so it feels relevant to The Coalition’s new Gears title arriving in 2026, even if the film will not debut concurrently with the game. Leitch has described the film as an opportunity to explore a war movie with a personal sci‑fi sensibility within the established franchise.
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