Joel Edgerton Drama ‘Trigger Point’ Set at Netflix With A24 Producing
Netflix has officially greenlit a new series titled “Trigger Point,” which will be produced by A24 and star Joel Edgerton in the lead role. The action-packed crime drama will consist of eight episodes and will revolve around a group of former Tier One Special Forces Operators who utilize their elite skills for criminal activities under the guise of a private military contracting firm. The series will also follow an FBI agent who is determined to track them down.
Joel Edgerton will portray Red, the leader of the criminal group, bringing his exceptional acting chops to the small screen. The show will be helmed by showrunner Harrison Query, with Jeremy Saulnier taking on directorial duties. Executive producers for the series include Joe Hipps and Patrick Macdonald from Cut To.
Edgerton, who is currently generating buzz for his performance in the Clint Bentley-directed film “Train Dreams,” is a seasoned actor with an impressive resume. His past credits include roles in popular franchises like “Star Wars” and acclaimed films such as “Great Gatsby” and “Loving.” In addition to his acting skills, Edgerton has also dabbled in writing, directing, and producing.
Harrison Query, the showrunner for “Trigger Point,” has previously worked on projects like the Amazon Prime Video film “Heads of State,” starring Idris Elba and John Cena. He is also involved in creating the upcoming true crime drama series “Unspeakable: The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey” for Paramount+, featuring A-list stars like Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen.
The announcement of “Trigger Point” has created a buzz in the entertainment industry, with Deadline being the first to report the exciting news. Fans of action-packed crime dramas and Joel Edgerton’s versatile acting skills can look forward to this upcoming series, which promises to deliver high-octane thrills and suspenseful storytelling. Stay tuned for more updates on “Trigger Point” as production gears up for its highly anticipated debut.
