Netflix Nabs Spec Script for Nuclear Weapons Thriller ‘Run the Football’ From ‘The Batman’ Producer (Exclusive)
Netflix has acquired the spec script for a new action thriller titled 'Run the Football'. The film, described as a nuclear weapons thriller, involves Air Force One going down, although specific plot details remain undisclosed. The project is produced by notable figures including Dylan Clark and Jaume Collet-Serra, who have previously collaborated on successful Netflix projects.
- ▪Netflix has secured the spec script for 'Run the Football' from writers Josh and Spencer Marentette.
- ▪The film is described as a nuclear weapons thriller involving Air Force One.
- ▪Dylan Clark and Jaume Collet-Serra are among the producers, known for their work on Netflix's hit 'Carry-On'.
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Spencer (left) and Josh Marentette Lindsey Langlois Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text A new action thriller feature is ready to hit the ground running at Netflix. The streamer has scooped up the spec script for Run the Football from writing team Josh Marentette and Spencer Marentette, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. Producing the project are Dylan Clark and Brian Williams for Dylan Clark Productions, along with Jaume Collet-Serra and Max Jacoby for Jadis Collective.
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