Keanu Reeves’s BRZRKR anime adaptation is set to start production this fall, with Mattson Tomlin at the helm.
Logline
The BRZRKR anime series, based on Keanu Reeves’s comic, will begin production this fall with Terminator Zero screenwriter Mattson Tomlin as showrunner, announced at San Diego Comic-Con 2024.
Breakdown
- Announcement: Production for the BRZRKR anime begins this fall, revealed by Reeves at San Diego Comic-Con 2024.
- Showrunner: Mattson Tomlin, known for Terminator Zero, will lead the project.
- Background: The anime was announced alongside a live-action adaptation in 2021, both based on the Boom! Studios comic series created by Keanu Reeves.
Plot Beats
- BRZRKR Overview: The story follows “B,” an immortal warrior battling through 80,000 years of history. He works for the U.S. government in exchange for answers about his existence.
- Anime Expansion: The series will delve into different elements of the BRZRKR universe, building on the comic’s lore.
Cast and Crew
- Creator: Keanu Reeves
- Showrunner: Mattson Tomlin
- Writers: Keanu Reeves and Matt Kindt
- Artists: Ron Garney (illustrations), Bill Crabtree (colors), Clem Robins (letters), Rafael Grampá (character designs and covers)
Buzz and Highlights
Reeves, joined by Tomlin and Boom! Studios president Stephen Christy, emphasized the project’s ambition to create a mature, complex anime that pays homage to beloved series like “Animatrix.” The live-action film script, also penned by Tomlin, has been completed and submitted to Netflix, with Reeves set to star.
Production Notes
- Inspiration: The project draws influence from iconic anime, aiming to deliver a gritty and compelling narrative true to the source material.
- Comic Success: The BRZRKR comic series sold over 615,000 copies of its first issue, highlighting its popularity and setting high expectations for the adaptations.
Closing Credits
The BRZRKR anime, featuring Keanu Reeves reprising his role, promises to expand the universe and captivate fans. Production starts this fall, adding another exciting chapter to Reeves’s multifaceted career.
