Rebel Ridge: Release date, Trailer, Cast, & Everything we know

"He didn’t start this fight, but he will finish it." – We finally have access to the first trailer of one of the hottest action thrillers this year, starring Aaron Pierre and Don Johnson. Originally starring John Boyega (Star Wars), the highly-anticipated movie was first announced in November 2019. Unfortunately, Boyega dropped out and was replaced by Pierre, and the movie overcame many hurdles to finally be ready.

Luckily, the awaited movie is finally here, and we can't wait to see the story of one man's relentless pursuit of justice in the face of corruption. Director Jeremy Saulnier said there was "raw dynamic" between Pierre and Johnson, saying, "The whole thrust of the movie is the charge between them, not only the potential for violence, but that restrained idea of sort of gentlemanly respect. Game recognizes game."

In this article, we will provide all the details about Rebel Ridge, including the release date, plot, cast, official trailer, and more. We'll keep updating this article with additional information as it becomes available, so stay tuned!

Release date & Where to Watch

Rebel Ridge premieres on Netflix on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. It has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes and is rated TV-MA for language, violence, injury detail, and suicide references.

Plot

Terry Richmond is on a simple but pressing mission: He needs to post bail for his cousin and save him from further trouble. However, when he enters the town of Shelby Springs, law enforcement unfairly confiscates all his life savings. This forces Terry to confront the local police chief, Sandy Burnne, and his officers, who are ready for combat at the drop of a hat. 

Surprisingly, he finds an ally in Summer McBride, a court clerk, and together, they get trapped in a deep-rooted conspiracy in the quaint town. When things get dangerous, Terry has to use his secret past to stand up to the police, protect his family, and keep Summer safe.

"It’s not just evil corporate overlords or corrupt officials, I’m tapping into the everyday rage that we all experience on a never-ending customer service call, or the stifling bureaucracy of contesting a parking ticket. The smallest things can trigger the biggest reactions. But Terry doesn’t have the luxury of rage, he’s got to play by the rules, and we walk that path with him and root for him," director Jeremy Saulnier said.

Cast

• Aaron Pierre (The Underground Railroad, Old) as Terry Richmond
• Don Johnson (Miami Vice, Django Unchained) as Chief Sandy Burnne
• AnnaSophia Robb (Bridge to Terabithia) as Summer McBride
• James Cromwell (The Green Mile, The General’s Daughter) as Judge
• Emory Cohen (The OA) as Officer Steve Lann
• Zsane Jhe (Black Lightning, Watchmen) as Officer Jessica Sims
• David Denman (The Office, Mare of Easttown) as Officer Evan Marston
• Steve Zissis (Baghead, Togetherness) as Elliot
• Dana Lee (Dr. Ken) as Mr. Liu

Trailer

Behind the Scenes

Rebel Ridge is written, produced, and directed by Jeremy Saulnier (Green Room), and the director of photography is Magnus Nordenhof Jonck (The OA, Borgen). Executive producers include Macon Blair (Room 104, Blue Ruin) and Louise Lovegrove (The Man Who Killed Hitler), while production was overseen by Matt Levin (Hold the Dark, Apostle). The film is produced by is produced by Filmscience (Blue Ruin, Hold the Dark, Green Room) and Bonneville Pictures (The Pool).

Where was Rebel Ridge Filmed?

Filming locations include New Orleans, Los Angeles, Leesville, and Lacombe, Louisiana.