Peacock Unveils Trailer for John Woo’s Gun-Fu Comeback

Peacock has unveiled the trailer for acclaimed action director John Woo’s latest project, a remake of his iconic 1989 Hong Kong action film, “The Killer.” Scheduled for streaming on August 23rd, this new rendition features Nathalie Emmanuel in the lead role as Zee, a notorious assassin known as the Queen of the Dead within the Parisian underworld.

The storyline follows Zee as she navigates a treacherous path after defying orders to spare a young woman in a Paris nightclub. This act of mercy sets off a chain of events that fractures Zee’s alliances, draws the attention of a cunning police investigator portrayed by Omar Sy, and entangles her in a dark criminal conspiracy that forces her to confront her own past.

The essence of the film lies in witnessing Nathalie Emmanuel’s character execute breathtaking action sequences with finesse, a trademark of John Woo’s cinematic style. The original 1989 version of “The Killer” was a groundbreaking film that laid the foundation for the gun-fu genre, influencing subsequent works like the “John Wick” series.

Despite numerous attempts by various studios to remake the film since 1992, it wasn’t until 2017 that John Woo himself announced his directorial involvement in the project. The screenplay for this remake is crafted by a team of esteemed writers, including Academy Award winner Brian Helgeland and the duo Josh Campbell & Matt Stuecken. The production boasts an impressive lineup of producers, including Academy Award winner Charles Roven, Alex Gartner, and Lori Tilkin deFelice, among others.

“The Killer” is a pivotal piece in the evolution of action cinema, serving as a blueprint for the sleek and stylized assassin subgenre that has captivated audiences worldwide. With its upcoming release on Peacock, fans can anticipate a modern interpretation of Woo’s classic masterpiece, promising a fusion of adrenaline-pumping action and gripping storytelling.

As the countdown to the premiere date continues, viewers are encouraged to delve into the trailer for the 1989 original version, which catapulted actor Chow Yun Fat to international stardom. Stay tuned for the highly-anticipated debut of “The Killer” on Peacock, set to redefine the boundaries of action-packed entertainment.