Taika Waititi To Direct Live-Action Judge Dredd

Oscar-winning director Taika Waititi is set to direct a new live-action Judge Dredd film, with Drew Pearce writing the script. The project is being marketed to studios and is planned as the third cinematic adaptation of Judge Dredd, following the 1995 film starring Sylvester Stallone and the 2012 reboot with Karl Urban. The film will be more faithful to the original 2000 AD comics, emphasizing world-building, dark humor, and social relevance. Producers hope Waititi's unique style will add a satirical edge, with plans to launch a broader 'Dredd universe' across film and television. Casting has not been announced, and indications suggest a full reboot rather than a continuation of previous films. Both Waititi and Pearce are longtime fans, making this a passion project for them.