Keanu Reeves Netflix action film Maelstrom
The gist
Keanu Reeves is set to star in Netflix's Maelstrom, replacing Alan Ritchson in the lead.
The script was first bought in 1993, waiting over three decades.
How it unfolded
- 1993The spec script for Maelstrom was originally bought by Warner Bros.
- Oct 26, 2026Page Six Hollywood reported that Reeves is attached to star and that Alan Ritchson, originally cast or in talks for the lead, has dropped out.
- Oct 26, 2026Variety confirmed Reeves' casting and Deadline said sources confirmed he is set to star; Netflix representatives declined to comment.