Some films arrive with a whisper; others announce themselves with a thunderclap. The ones that usually linger in memory have an irresistible plot that lures audiences into its grasp, a cadre of actors and filmmakers so skilled they leave nothing to chance, and a budget large enough to spin fantasy into truth. Add to this the sheen of A-list names, and the whispers of greatness turn into a roar. Martin Scorsese’s upcoming work has all the makings of a spectacle, making it impossible to look from.
The stage is set, the players are in place, and the world is watching. Now, all eyes are on Netflix as speculation grows over whether the streaming giant will secure the project.
Hollywood’s biggest names join forces, will Netflix be their next home?
Despite lacking a finalized script or title, Martin Scorsese’s upcoming film had already sparked a fierce bidding war among major studios. According to World of Reel, Scorsese has historically aligned himself with the highest bidder
, and this time, Netflix seemed to be leading the race. With above-the-line expenses surpassing $200 million, the streaming giant appeared willing to outspend competitors such as Amazon and Apple. Given Netflix’s track record of securing high-profile projects, its potential acquisition of this film could further cement its dominance in the streaming industry.
#DwayneJohnson, #EmilyBlunt and #LeonardoDiCaprio will be starring in a film to be directed by #MartinScorsese.
It follows a mob boss battled rival crime factions to wrest control of the underworld of the Hawaiian islands. pic.twitter.com/IR7PsWSwkf
— Movie Track (@movieztrack) February 21, 2025
The story dives into the 1960s and 1970s, where a menacing gang leader, played by Dwayne Johnson, fights to rule Hawaii’s criminal empire. Vanity Fair’s Nick Bilton has been tasked with the screenplay, though the ink has yet to meet the page. With Leonardo DiCaprio tied to another project, cameras are not expected to roll before 2026. Yet, even in its early stages, this film is already shaping up to be a cinematic event, one that promises crime, power, and the kind of storytelling only Scorsese can deliver.
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Some duos leave an everlasting impression on the cinema, now, in Scorsese’s high-stakes crime saga, two iconic pairs are set to reunite.
Hollywood’s favorite duos return with familiar chemistry and new story
Some partnerships are written in the stars, or at least in Hollywood’s history books. This film brings back two of the industry’s most beloved duos, ensuring that, even before production begins, the anticipation is electric. Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, who first charmed audiences in Jungle Cruise
, now swap lighthearted adventure for crime and consequence, stepping into a world where their chemistry must evolve into something sharper, darker, and far more dangerous.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Dwayne Johnson & Emily Blunt to star in Martin Scorsese’s next film.
Imagine De Niro’s Jimmy the Gent from Goodfellas, but as a ruthless Hawaiian crime boss, based on a real figure, who battled encroaching rivals for control of organized crime in Hawaii. pic.twitter.com/m3Bu90NlKt
— Film Devotion (@FilmDevotion) February 20, 2025
Meanwhile, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio have built one of cinema’s most celebrated collaborations. From The Departed,
where DiCaprio’s character has a “
as he mentioned during a press conference at the time, to The Wolf of Wall Street
, their films have defined an era of storytelling, sharp, bold, and unforgettable. Their latest project adds another chapter to their legacy, proving that some creative partnerships only grow stronger. With two beloved duos at the helm, this film is not just a crime thriller; it is a reunion of cinematic excellence.
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