Netflix and A24 Team Up for High-Octane Crime Drama, Trigger Point
Netflix is expanding its slate of compelling dramas with a straight-to-series order for Trigger Point, a new crime thriller produced by the acclaimed studio A24. This series promises a gripping look into a shadowy world where elite skills are for sale.
The project emerged from a competitive bidding situation, highlighting the strong interest in this unique concept. Harrison Query, known for his work on Heads of State and the upcoming Unspeakable: The Murder of JonBenet Ramsey, will serve as creator and showrunner.
What Trigger Point is About
Trigger Point is an eight-episode action crime drama that delves into the hazardous lives of former Tier One Special Forces operators. These highly trained individuals now leverage their expertise for the criminal underworld, operating under the guise of a private military contracting firm.
However, their activities haven’t gone unnoticed.The series will also follow the relentless FBI agent tasked with bringing them to justice.
Meet the Key Players
Joel Edgerton, a versatile actor known for roles in Train Dreams and Apple TV’s Dark Matter, will star as “Red,” a former special forces operative turned criminal. Jeremy Saulnier, the director behind Rebel Ridge, will helm the series, bringing his signature intensity to the project.
A24 initially acquired Query’s spec script earlier this year and has been meticulously developing the series. Edgerton joined the project before A24 began pitching it to potential streaming partners.
Behind the Scenes
The series will be executive produced by Query, Saulnier, and the team at Cut To – Joe Hipps and Patrick Macdonald – who have a development deal with A24. This collaborative effort ensures a high level of creative vision and production quality.
A24’s Expanding television Universe
Trigger Point joins a growing roster of television projects for A24, a studio known for its distinctive and critically acclaimed films. You may also recognize their other series, including:
* Discretion (Paramount+)
* Superfakes (Peacock)
* Beef (Netflix)
* Overcompensating and Hazbin Hotel (Prime Video)
* Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV)
Representation Details
Edgerton is represented by WME and Anonymous Content. Query is with CAA, Ground Control, and McKuin Frankel.Saulnier is repped by CAA, Untitled Entertainment, and Granderson Des Rochers.
This series is poised to deliver a thrilling and complex narrative, blending action, suspense, and compelling characters. Trigger Point is definitely one to watch for fans of the crime drama genre.
