Netflix Announces New Sci-Fi Thriller “Eclipse” Starring Major…
Los Angeles, October 22, 2024 – Netflix has just announced its latest blockbuster movie project, Eclipse, a gripping sci-fi thriller set to premiere in 2025. The film, directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay, boasts a star-studded cast including Michael B. Jordan, Florence Pugh, and Javier Bardem.
Eclipse is set in a near-future dystopian world where a cosmic event alters the laws of physics, causing chaos on Earth. Humanity must rely on a team of scientists and soldiers, led by Jordan’s character, to prevent the complete collapse of the planet’s infrastructure. Florence Pugh plays a brilliant yet conflicted physicist, while Bardem portrays the antagonist, a billionaire who manipulates the disaster for personal gain.
The screenplay, written by acclaimed author Ted Chiang (Arrival), is expected to blend high-concept science with deep emotional storytelling, marking Eclipse as one of Netflix’s most ambitious projects to date. Production is already underway in Iceland, known for its otherworldly landscapes, which will serve as a key backdrop in the film.
“We’re incredibly excited to bring this story to life,” DuVernay said in a statement. “The film explores how fragile our world is and how, in times of crisis, we discover the best and worst in ourselves.”
Fans can expect more details about Eclipse in the coming months, with the official trailer set to drop early next year. With a hefty budget and A-list talent involved, Netflix is clearly positioning Eclipse as a potential hit in the global streaming competition.
