The legendary action star has officially completed production on his latest cinematic venture, marking another milestone in his storied career. At 85 years old, the martial arts icon has wrapped filming on “Zombie Plane,” an unconventional action-horror comedy that promises to deliver both thrills and laughs.
The star-studded cast brings together an eclectic mix of talent, including Ice-T from “Law & Order: SVU” and Brian Austin Green, known for his role in “Beverly Hills, 90210.” The production also features rapper Vanilla Ice, who joins the ensemble alongside Sophie Monk, Sir Bob Geldof, and Australian personalities Stephen Curry and Kyle Sandilands.
The film presents a unique premise where celebrities operate as covert agents dedicated to planetary protection. In this high-concept adventure, the action veteran takes on the role of Commander Chuck Norris, leading this unlikely team of celebrity operatives. Vanilla Ice reportedly portrays a character who uses his rap persona as cover for his true profession as a top-secret agent.
Directors Lav Bodnaruk and Michael Mier have crafted what appears to be an intentionally absurd take on the zombie genre. The musical elements extend beyond the screen, with both Vanilla Ice and Ice-T contributing tracks to the film’s soundtrack in addition to their acting performances.
Radioactive Pictures producer Jess Butland expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating: “I am excited to see this high-octane thrill ride of laughs and action come to life, and I know the audience will be just as excited.”
Entertainment Squad producer Shaked Berenson, who previously worked on “The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot,” emphasized the film’s satirical approach. “As a genre, horror has always been a powerful way to blend social commentary with outrageous entertainment. Zombie Plane carries that torch with its absurd premise and sharp satire. We embrace the weird, the wild, and the unexpected!” Berenson commented.
The production has embraced its R-rating, which director Bodnaruk attributes primarily to language rather than violence. “It’s not the blood or the gore, of which there is a lot, it’s the F-bombs,” Bodnaruk previously explained, noting that Sophie Monk’s character contributes significantly to the profanity count with “an F-bomb in every sentence she says.”
For the veteran performer, this latest role represents a return to familiar territory. His extensive background in action cinema includes classics like “The Delta Force” and “Missing in Action,” along with his iconic television series “Walker, Texas Ranger.” While he works less frequently in recent years, he demonstrated his continued commitment to the genre with last year’s direct-to-digital release “Agent Recon.”
The completion of filming marks a significant production milestone for this unconventional project. Industry insiders expect the movie to reach theaters later this year, though specific release dates have yet to be announced. Given the unique combination of established action star power and deliberately outlandish concept, “Zombie Plane” appears positioned to carve out its own niche in the crowded action-horror landscape.
