Netflix Eyes $200 Million Martin Scorsese's Crime Epic Set in Hawaii with Leonardo DiCaprio, The Rock, and Emily Blunt

Published 02/21/2025, 1:46 PM EST

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.

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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.

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.

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Meanwhile, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio have built one of cinema’s most celebrated collaborations. From The Departed, where DiCaprio’s character has a "constant 24-hour panic attck" 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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