Scott Adkins, known for his scene-stealing role inJohn Wick: Chapter 4, has joined the star-studded cast ofJoe Carnahan’slatest crime thriller,RIP, for Netflix, adding just a splash of action film experience and immense stuntwork ability to the movie.RIPfollows a group of Miami officers whose camaraderie and trust come under pressure when they stumble upon millions of dollars in cash hidden in a derelict stash house. As word of the massive seizure spreads, outside forces begin to close in, sparking tensions within the team and leaving everyone questioning who they can trust. Adkins joins a cast that includesMatt DamonandBen Affleck, Sasha Calle, Teyana Taylor, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Nestor Carbonell.He will be playing the brother of Affleck’s character in the film.
The film is another collaboration between the pair of Damon and Affleck, who are producing under their new artist-led studio, Artists Equity. The studio, under the leadership of the two life long friends and creative partners, has decreed that it will put artists first when it comes to producing new projects. In addition to Damon and Affleck,Luciana DamonandDaniBernfeld are also producing for Artists Equity, withMichael Joe and Kevin Halloranon board as executive producers.
Where Do I Know Scott Adkins From?
Known for his expertise in action films, Adkins has recently starred alongsideDave BautistainKiller’s Gameand played oppositeJamie Foxxin the Netflix action-comedyDay Shift. He’s also known for his roles inAccident Man: Hitman’s HolidayandDoctor Strange, and has a strong international fanbase thanks to his appearance alongsideDonnie YeninIP Man 4, which grossed a massive $165 million in China. Adkins has also appeared in films likeZero Dark Thirty, Lights Out, Grimsby, LegendaryandThe Bourne Ultimatum.
InJohn Wick: Chapter 4, Adkins played Killa, a high-ranking member of the German underworld, buried under layers of quite hilarious prosthetics. Killa is a larger-than-life villain who goes head-to-head with John Wick (Keanu Reeves) in a bass-thuddingly loud and neon-lit German nightclub. And lastly, as some people may know, but many may not, Adkins actually shared the role of Weapon XI, or Wade Wilson, with unknown actorRyan ReynoldsinX-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates onRIPas it continues production for Netflix. We’ll bring you the latest news as it nears completion.
