Word on the street is buzzing with speculation that Karl Urban may reprise his role as the main character in a potential new Dredd series, which allegedly is currently being worked on by the creators of The Boys, and is reportedly still in its early stages at Amazon Prime Video.
Back in 2012, Karl Urban played the lead role in the film “Dredd,” a title now widely recognized as a cult classic and beloved by fans (streamable on Max). At one point, there were discussions about Urban reprising his role for a “Dredd: Mega City One” TV series, but that project failed to materialize.
2022 found me buzzing with excitement about a potential sequel to the 2012 “Judge Dredd” film, hinting at a common universe for this franchise. However, unfortunately, no such project ever materialized.
Initially, I suggested that Amazon could potentially suit the property of Dredd well. Given recent developments, this might indeed be accurate.
What’s the Latest on the Dredd Series Rumor?
Source of the new rumor
The rumor comes from the Tachyon Pulse YouTube channel out of the UK.
The YouTube personality has been sharing speculations about the potential cancellation of Doctor Who, updates on Star Trek and the latest news regarding a possible Stargate comeback at Amazon.
Why Amazon Wants Karl Urban
As a movie enthusiast, I’ve got some exciting news for all you “Dredd” fans out there! It appears that Amazon is considering developing a “Dredd” series, and if the rumors are true, the talented Karl Urban could be reprising his role in this potential show. Can’t wait to see what they come up with!
I’m hearing rumors that Amazon and Karl Urban are very, very interested.
The YouTuber asserts that since “The Boys” television series is concluding with its upcoming season, they’re advocating for the same creative team to produce a new series featuring Karl Urban in the lead role of “Judge Dredd,” whom they believe significantly contributed to the success of “The Boys.
Currently, Amazon is giving close attention to the series since “The Boys” is wrapping up with Season 5 being its final installment. The popularity of Karl Urban, particularly his performance in “The Boys,” has skyrocketed within Amazon’s ranks. They highly appreciate him and credit his character as a significant factor contributing to the show’s success.
Tone, Style, and Source Material
The YouTube personality asserts that discussions about the revival of the Dredd series on Amazon have begun. Given Urban’s fervent admiration, the show is expected to maintain the same level of gravitas and adhere closely to the film’s style, with the helmet always on.
It seems there are discussions underway for reviving a Judge Dredd series featuring Karl Urban once more, keeping faithful to the comics while exploring themes beyond what the original Dredd film could due to financial constraints.
The Boys Team to Lead Production
The YouTuber continues:
It’s being suggested that the team responsible for producing The Boys might be the ones taking on the task.
Project Status and Urban’s Role
It’s additionally suggested that they might be seeking a writer, and there seems to be speculation about Karl Urban potentially taking up the role of a producer (though this is just a guess). However, it could also mean he will have a significant involvement in the project to ensure everything runs smoothly.
According to recent reports, Karl Urban is being offered significant creative freedom for a potential project within the realm of The Boys. There have been discussions and even the possibility of hiring a writer to draft a script, but it seems like things haven’t progressed beyond that stage yet. This is still at an extremely preliminary level.
When an Announcement Could Happen
The YouTuber mentions his belief that the major announcement will occur after the release of Season 5 of “The Boys,” scheduled for 2026.
It seems we’ll have to wait and see the outcome. From what I’ve heard, it appears they might be planning for this after the release and conclusion of The Boys Season 5.
What’s next for Karl Urban?
Glancing at Urban’s IMDb profile suggests his calendar is free and clear. The latest project on Karl Urban’s plate is the second installment of “Mortal Kombat,” in which he portrays Johnny Cage.
He’s also slated to return as Butcher this year in Season 2 of The Boys‘ spinoff, Gen V.
According to IMDb, the actor is associated with an upcoming “Star Trek” project, however, it seems that a new “Star Trek” film featuring the Abrams characters might not materialize given the recent acquisition of Paramount by Skydance.
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