Keanu Reeves: From Actor to Director on His Own Comic
Turns out Keanu Reeves isn’t just bringing his iconic “BRZRKR” comic to the big screen—he wants to sit behind the camera too. The upcoming Netflix film sees him starring as the fierce warrior and co‑author of the comic, but now the ‘Matrix’ star says he’s eyeing the director’s chair.
What’s the deal with BRZRKR?
- Written by Reeves & Matt Kindt, illustrated by Ron Garney.
- Epic tales of a warrior who goes hard on foes throughout history.
- Netflix is adapting it, with Mattson Tomlin on the script, but the director slot is still open.
“I’ve got a 33 % chance”
In a chat with Collider, the star admitted he’s seriously thinking about directing. “There’s a 33 % chance I could see myself as the director,” he said—half lighthearted, half honest.
Why a 33 %? Because filmmaking is a lot of work, he explained. The same effort that put together Man of Tai Chi (2013) also fuels this new ambition.
Why it might work
- Directing would keep the film faithful to the comic’s spirit.
- Reeves is already a co‑creator, so he knows exactly how the story should breathe on screen.
- He appreciates adding a collaborator’s fresh perspective, even if he pulls the creative reins.
More on the “BRZRKR” universe
Netflix isn’t stopping at a live‑action feature. They’re also launching an anime series based on the same brutal comic lore.
The wait is still on
As of now, nothing concrete has been announced for the release dates—whether it takes place behind a camera or in animation, we’ll have to be patient.
Stay tuned—Keanu might soon prove he’s not just a great actor but also a bang‑for‑the‑buck director.