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Director Nicolas Winding Refn ( Drive ) has been developing a remake for over a decade. Initially planned as a series for HBO, it has since been reworked back into a feature film and is expected to start shooting in late 2026.

Created by the late screenwriter Larry Cohen and director William Lustig, the series follows , a former police officer who was wrongfully imprisoned and murdered by inmates. He returns as an undead, unstoppable killer, using his uniform and badge to terrorize the citizens of New York City. Maniac CopHD

The script was written by renowned comic writer Ed Brubaker ( The Winter Soldier ), with John Hyams ( Sick , Alone ) initially attached to direct. Director Nicolas Winding Refn ( Drive ) has

Generally considered the peak of the franchise, featuring massive practical stunts and Cordell seeking a bloodier revenge. He returns as an undead, unstoppable killer, using

After years in "development hell," the franchise is finally moving forward with a major new project.

Introduced Cordell as he stalks the streets, eventually framing young officer Jack Forrest (played by Bruce Campbell).

The series is celebrated for blending 1980s slasher tropes with gritty urban crime thrillers. It features legendary "B-movie" icons like , Tom Atkins , and Robert Z'Dar , who portrayed Matt Cordell in all three original films.