Netflix's Long-Delayed 'Gears of War' Finally Finds Director in 'Fall Guy's David Leitch
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David Leitch to Direct Netflix's Gears of WarNetflix's Gears of War adaptation enlists David Leitch, with script by Dune 3 writer Jon Spaihts, marking a major step after years of delay.
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- David Leitch has been confirmed as the director for Netflix's live-action adaptation of the Gears of War franchise.
- Leitch will produce alongside Kelly McCormick under their 87North production company.
- The screenplay is being written by Jon Spaihts, known for his work on Dune 3.
- The movie adapts the futuristic shooter game revolving around humanity's battle against the alien Locust Horde.
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