In early 2025, DC Studios officially authorized the start of scripting after Reeves submitted a story pitch that was approved.

A new draft of the script, written by Akiva Goldsman , was recently completed and presented to the studio. Keanu Reeves and director Francis Lawrence were reportedly deeply involved in shaping this version to ensure it stays true to the "soul" of the original 2005 cult classic.

The film's journey back to the big screen has accelerated recently, with several major updates surfacing in early 2026: