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The folks behind John Wick are back with Karōshi trailer

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Chad Stahelski is returning to create a new dystopian action film called Karoshi, set in a near-future Manhattan where corporate culture causes stress-related heart attacks and suicide. The film stars Teo Yoo as Hiro, seeking vengeance against Ikigai Technologies after a mysterious outsider kills a worker. The movie is scheduled for release in 2027 and is currently ranked as one of the top 'must see' films of the year.

Key points

• Chad Stahelski is returning to create a new dystopian action film called Karoshi, set in a near-future Manhattan where corporate culture causes stress-related heart attacks and suicide.
• The film stars Teo Yoo as Hiro, seeking vengeance against Ikigai Technologies after a mysterious outsider kills a worker, and is scheduled for release in 2027.

Context

The film is set in a grim, futuristic corporate Manhattan where corporate loyalty and cultural tradition have reshaped everyday life. The concept of Karoshi (death overwork) is transported from Japan to a Swedish setting, where it manifests as stress-related heart attacks or strokes. Takashi Doscher serves as the writer/director, and the film is currently ranked as one of the top 'must see' movies of 2027.

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The evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026. Specific release dates beyond 2027 are not confirmed, and the film's production status or budget are not mentioned.

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