After two long years languishing in post-production purgatory, the Red Sonja reboot is finally poised to unleash its fury upon audiences! Deadline reports that Signature Entertainment has acquired the UK and Irish distribution rights from Millennium Media, with a theatrical release slated for sometime in 2025. While Millennium has been busy selling rights to other territories during the film’s shelf time, this UK/Ireland deal marks the first concrete release window since the initially planned early-2024 premiere failed to materialize.
Based on the legendary comic book series created by Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smith, this new Red Sonja stars Matilda Lutz (known for her visceral performance in Revenge) as the iconic, fiery-haired warrior. Sonja finds herself on a quest to assemble a team of misfit warriors to challenge the tyrannical Emperor Draygan. The film promises a thrilling blend of sword-and-sorcery action, bringing the beloved comic book heroine to life for a new generation.
Behind the camera is M.J. Bassett (Silent Hill: Revelation), directing a truly impressive cast. Alongside Lutz, the film stars Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy), Wallis Day (Krypton), Luca Pasqualino (Snowpiercer), Michael Bisping (Den of Thieves), Rhona Mitra (Doomsday), Martyn Ford (Mortal Kombat 2), Ben Radcliffe (Anatomy of a Scandal), Eliza Matengu (Swift Street), Phillip Winchester (Duchess), Veronica Ferres (Crisis), and Trevor Eve (A Discovery of Witches). With such a talented ensemble, anticipation is running high for what promises to be an epic fantasy spectacle.
This 2025 release will be the second time Red Sonja has graced the big screen. The character previously appeared in the 1985 cult classic starring Brigitte Nielsen. While that film holds a special place in the hearts of many fans, this reboot offers a fresh and modern take on the character and her world, promising to deliver a thrilling and visually stunning cinematic experience. Will this new Red Sonja capture the spirit of the comics and resonate with audiences? Only time will tell, but the news of its impending release is certainly exciting for fans of fantasy and comic book adaptations alike.
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