According to a report made by Deadline, Emmy-winning actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Wonder Man, Watchmen, Candyman) is set to star in and executive produce Netflix’s forthcoming series Man on Fire. The streaming giant ordered the eight-episode drama series in March, marking a significant addition to its roster of high-profile projects.

Man on Fire is an adaptation of A.J. Quinnell’s novels (Man on Fire,  The Perfect Kill), the first two books in a five-book series, as reported by Deadline. These works were adapted into films, notably the 2004 movie starring Denzel Washington (The Equalizer, Training Day, The Little Things) and a 1987 Italian film of the same name. Steven Caple Jr. (The Land, A Different Tree, Bushbaby) will direct the new series, acclaimed for his work on Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and Creed II.

As mentioned by Deadline, in this latest iteration, Abdul-Mateen II will portray John Creasy, a once highly skilled Special Forces mercenary grappling with severe PTSD. As Creasy strives to rebuild his life and find redemption, he is drawn back into the fray, facing more intense battles than ever before.

The series boasts a formidable creative team. Kyle Killen (Halo, Awake, Lone Star), known for Fear Street, is the writer, executive producer and showrunner. The executive production team includes Arnon Milchan (Birdman, The Creator, Barbarian), Yariv Milchan (Blitz, Barbarian, Deep Water) and Natalie Lehmann (His House, Occupied City, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie) Additional executive producers include Caple, Ed McDonnell (Three Kings, Racing Stripes, A Walk To Remember), Michael Polaire (Eye For An Eye, Side Effect, Logan Lucky) and Abdul-Mateen II.

Abdul-Mateen II has built an impressive resume in both film and television. He recently reprised his role as Black Manta in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom in 2023 and will soon star as the titular superhero in Marvel’s Wonder Man, a 10-episode series for Disney+, according to Deadline.

As Man on Fire progresses toward its release, it promises to deliver a gripping narrative of redemption and resilience, anchored by Abdul-Mateen II’s powerful performance and a stellar creative team.