Rebel Moon 2023

Movie · 134 min · English · December 15, 2023

Science fantasy Science fiction Science fiction action

Directed by Zack SnyderWritten by Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad, Shay Hatten

Starring Sofia Boutella, Elizabeth Martinez, Djimon Hounsou, Ed Skrein, Michiel Huisman

Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire, also known as Rebel Moon, is a 2023 American space opera film directed by Zack Snyder. He co-wrote the screenplay with Kurt Johnstad and Shay Hatten. The movie stars Sofia Boutella, Djimon Hounsou, Ed Skrein, Michiel Huisman, Bae Doona, Ray Fisher, Charlie Hunnam, and Anthony Hopkins in its ensemble cast. Set in a fictional galaxy dominated by the imperial Motherworld, the story follows the Imperium military's threat to a village on the moon Veldt. Kora, once an Imperium soldier, embarks on a mission to gather fighters from throughout the galaxy to resist the Imperium before they return to Veldt.

The film had a limited theatrical release beginning on December 15, 2023, followed by streaming on Netflix on December 22. Critics gave it negative reviews, acknowledging the acting, action scenes, visuals, and soundtrack but criticizing its plot and resemblance to Star Wars films. The sequel, Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, came out on April 19, 2024. An R-rated director's cut titled Rebel Moon – Chapter One: Chalice of Blood was released on August 2, 2024.