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Netflix Unveils First Look at Man on Fire Series Starring Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II

Set to premiere in 2026, the adaptation draws from A. J. Quinnell’s Creasy novels under showrunner Kyle Killen, with Steven Caple Jr. helming the opening episodes.

Overview

  • Netflix released the first image of Abdul‑Mateen as John Creasy on Jan. 7 as part of its 2026 slate reveal.
  • Abdul‑Mateen leads the series as Creasy and is also credited as an executive producer.
  • The show is confirmed to debut on Netflix in 2026, with no specific release date announced.
  • Kyle Killen serves as writer and showrunner, and Steven Caple Jr. directed the first two installments.
  • Reports differ on season length, with several outlets citing seven episodes and Deadline reporting eight, as the series adapts Quinnell’s Creasy books beyond the original novel.