‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson in Talks to Lead Splashy Netflix Action Movie ‘Maelstrom’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Alan Ritchson is in talks to star in 'Maelstrom,' a high-profile Netflix action thriller described as 33 years in the making.
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Alan Ritchson, known for his role in 'Reacher,' is in discussions to lead a new Netflix action movie titled 'Maelstrom.' The project is described as an action thriller and a blockbuster follow-up to 'War Machine.' Coverage from Variety, Collider, ScreenRant, MovieWeb, and Devdiscourse emphasizes that the film is directed by the filmmaker behind 'Carry-On.' Variety notes the deal is currently in the talks stage, while other reports describe the project as having been 33 years in the making. Future developments involve the finalization of Ritchson's lead role and further production details regarding the 'splashy' action project.
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Quick answers
Who is expected to star in 'Maelstrom'?
Alan Ritchson is in talks to lead the movie.
Which streaming platform is producing the film?
The movie is being produced by Netflix.
Who is directing the movie?
The film is from the director of 'Carry-On'.
Coverage (7)
- Alan Ritchson Circling Lead For New Netflix Action Movie 33 Years In The Making IMDb · 4h ago
- ‘Reacher’ star Alan Ritchson joins talks for Netflix’s stormy action thriller 'Maelstrom' The Express Tribune · 4h ago
- Alan Ritchson Set to Brave the Storm in Netflix's 'Maelstrom' Devdiscourse · 4h ago
- Alan Ritchson Circling Lead For New Netflix Action Movie 33 Years In The Making ScreenRant · 4h ago
- Alan Ritchson Sets Explosive 'War Machine' Follow-Up at Netflix Collider · 4h ago
- Alan Ritchson Leads New Blockbuster Netflix Action Thriller 33 Years in the Making From 'Carry-On' Director MovieWeb · 4h ago
- ‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson in Talks to Lead Splashy Netflix Action Movie ‘Maelstrom’ (EXCLUSIVE) Variety · 4h ago broke it first
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