Meridian Pictures Acquires Western 'The Regulator' From Writer Mike Maples
Meridian Pictures has picked up the western The Regulator, written by Mike Maples, with Eric Paquette and Aaron Barnett producing.
Meridian Pictures has acquired The Regulator, a western written by screenwriter Mike Maples, according to Deadline. The film is currently in development.
Eric Paquette will produce The Regulator with Aaron Barnett.
The story is set in 1895 and follows a legendary regulator who must protect a secret son he never knew existed when a vengeful cattle empire puts a price on both their heads.
Maples' credits include Miracle Run and the Lionsgate thriller Backtrace. His action spec Padre was acquired by Sony's Screen Gems.
Meridian's slate includes The Line Between and the survival thriller The Edge, both targeting production in the second quarter of 2027.
Quick answers
Who is writing The Regulator?
The western is written by screenwriter Mike Maples.
Who is producing The Regulator?
Eric Paquette will produce the film with Aaron Barnett.
What is The Regulator about?
Set in 1895, it follows a legendary regulator who must protect a secret son he never knew existed when a vengeful cattle empire puts a price on both their heads.