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Dave Bautista Actively Pursuing Marcus Fenix Role in Gears of War Movie
Dave Bautista is pressuring Netflix for an update on theirGears of Warmovie adaptation, asking fans for help in getting more information on its development.Netflix’s upcomingGears of Warmoviewas announced to have begun development in 2022, with Jon Spaihts (Dune: Part Two) writing the script for the video game adaptation. The movie is expected to follow the story of the games, where the Earth-like planet Sera is at war with the reptilian Locust Horde. However, there have been no concrete updates on the film since 2023, when Spaihts was confirmed to be joining.
Speaking withComicBookabout his new movieIn the Lost Lands,Bautista pressured Netflix for an update on theGears of Warmovie. The actor, who isn’t officially attached to the video game adaptation, also asked for fans' help in getting an update on the film, which has remained without any news for the last two years. Check out what Bautista had to say below:
Start an online thing about freaking Gears of War. Come on, Netflix. Come on already. It’s not like I’m not badgering them. Come on, Netflix. Get it together.
What Bautista’s Statement Means For Netflix’s Gears Of War Movie
The Actor Wants Answers On Its Status
WhileGears of Waris not one ofBautista’s upcoming movies, having not officially been cast,series creator Cliff Bleszinski has previously expressed interest in his involvement. The game’s original developers, The Coalition, are also involved in making the movie, indicating their input is a valuable part of how the film is being made. Yet there has been no news about what to expect from the movie’s story beyond the writer attached, despite two years having passed since he came aboard the project.
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Bautista’s interest in getting answers about the movie’s status comes after theupcomingGears of War: E-Day, a new video game in the franchise, was announced in June 2024. The video game series is beginning a revitalization following the release of its last game,Gears Tactics, in 2020. Because of this, it makes sense for the movie to get an update as well, giving the series a new avenue of storytelling as its next game approaches. Whileit’s unclear if Bautista’s statement can start an online campaign,the actor may not be alone in his search for answers.
Our Take On Netflix’s Gears Of War Movie Getting An Update
When Will More Info Come Out?
Bautista’s push for an update onGears of Warnot only shows his interest in the project, but also contextualizes how long it’s been since there was any news about the project. Not much is known about its development, but it also hasn’t been cancelled, meaning it’s likely still moving along as an upcoming Netflix movie. Perhaps the actor’s push for a campaign to get answers will bring more questions to the streamer, making them give an update on the film’s status and what to expect from the adaptation.
