David Leitch says a Gears of War script is complete at Netflix
The director says a version of the screenplay is finished and that Netflix still hopes the film can launch a wider universe.
David Leitch, the director of Netflix's planned Gears of War film, said a version of the script is now complete. He made the comment in an interview reported by screenrant.com.
Leitch said everyone involved is excited about the potential of Gears of War as a film universe, and that the project will hopefully come to fruition soon. He added that he could not share more at this stage.
Netflix is still aiming to use the film to launch a wider Gears of War universe on the streaming service.
Earlier steps toward the adaptation
In late 2022, Netflix acquired the rights to The Coalition's Gears of War franchise and planned both a film and an animated series. In early 2023, Jon Spaihts was brought on to write the film's script, and in May 2025, Leitch was tapped to direct.
Xbox executive Matt Booty previously said the adaptation would explore the origin story of Delta Squad and the bonds between soldiers fighting the Locust.
Quick answers
Is the Gears of War movie script finished?
David Leitch said a version of the script is complete, but he did not share further details.
When will the Gears of War movie be released?
No release date has been announced.
Who is directing Netflix's Gears of War movie?
David Leitch, who was tapped to direct in May 2025.