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Netflix releases new trailer for Ray Gunn
Publication: Ars Technica
Author: Jennifer Ouellette
Source published: 12/11/2026, 18:38:38 UTC
Briefing created: 12/11/2026, 20:49:12 UTC
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Briefings
Netflix released a new trailer for the upcoming animated film Ray Gunn in November 2026. Director Brad Bird confirmed the project has been in development for 30 years, with the script co-written by Matthew Robbins and Brad Bird. The film blends a futuristic setting with classic 1930s noir detective themes, drawing inspiration from the B-52s' 'Planet Claire' and Henry Mancini's theme music from the classic TV show Peter Gunn. Bird described the tone as a mashup of The Maltese Falcon and Buck Rogers, emphasizing a mix of comedy, action, and hard-boiled detective elements.
Key points
- Brad Bird has directed several acclaimed animated films including The Iron Giant (1999), The Incredibles (2004), and Ratatouille (2007), with Ratatouille winning two Oscar wins.
- The Ray Gunn script was co-written by Matthew Robbins and Brad Bird and has remained in a filing cabinet at Warner Brothers for 30 years.
Context
Brad Bird, known for directing The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, and Ratatouille, has been developing the Ray Gunn project for 30 years. The film combines a futuristic setting with classic 1930s noir detective themes, inspired by the B-52s' 'Planet Claire' and Henry Mancini's theme music from the classic TV show Peter Gunn.
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The article provides limited background on the film's production history and does not include specific details about the film's release date, budget, or box office performance. The evidence does not confirm the film's current status beyond its release as a trailer.
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