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Director Nicolas Winding Refn ( Drive ) has been developing a remake for over a decade. Initially planned as a series for HBO, it has since been reworked back into a feature film and is expected to start shooting in late 2026.

The script was written by renowned comic writer Ed Brubaker ( The Winter Soldier ), with John Hyams ( Sick , Alone ) initially attached to direct.

Cordell focuses his attention on a female officer who is being smeared by the media while in a coma. Recent News & Upcoming Remake Maniac CopHD

Generally considered the peak of the franchise, featuring massive practical stunts and Cordell seeking a bloodier revenge.

Created by the late screenwriter Larry Cohen and director William Lustig, the series follows , a former police officer who was wrongfully imprisoned and murdered by inmates. He returns as an undead, unstoppable killer, using his uniform and badge to terrorize the citizens of New York City. Director Nicolas Winding Refn ( Drive ) has

After years in "development hell," the franchise is finally moving forward with a major new project.

Introduced Cordell as he stalks the streets, eventually framing young officer Jack Forrest (played by Bruce Campbell). Cordell focuses his attention on a female officer

The series is celebrated for blending 1980s slasher tropes with gritty urban crime thrillers. It features legendary "B-movie" icons like , Tom Atkins , and Robert Z'Dar , who portrayed Matt Cordell in all three original films.