Zack Snyder to Direct UFC Film 'Brawler' in Collaboration with Saudi Arabia and Dana White

The project, announced today, will depict the journey of a young fighter from Los Angeles striving for UFC glory, with Snyder co-writing and producing alongside Saudi Arabia's Turki Alalshikh.

Zack Snyder is confirmed to direct, write, and produce 'Brawler,' a UFC-themed film exploring the personal and professional struggles of a young fighter from Los Angeles.
The film is a collaboration between Snyder, UFC CEO Dana White, and Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority and owner of The Ring Magazine.
The screenplay will be co-written by Snyder, Shay Hatten, and Kurt Johnstad, marking another partnership between Snyder and his frequent collaborators.
UFC Chief Content Officer Craig Borsari and Alalshikh will serve as executive producers, with Snyder's production company, Stone Quarry, overseeing the project.
This film aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative to expand its entertainment sector and UFC's ongoing efforts to extend its brand into cinematic storytelling.

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