The Reckoner: Peter Dinklage, Derek Kolstad, and Kenji Tanigaki Unite for Lionsgate Action Film

Kenji Tanigaki, the director behind the breakout action film The Furious, has signed on to direct The Reckoner, a new original action feature starring Peter Dinklage. The project is written by Derek Kolstad, creator of the John Wick franchise, and will be produced by Anthony and Joe Russo's AGBO, with Lionsgate distributing. Both The Hollywood Reporter and The A.V. Club reported the news.

The A.V. ClubKenji Tanigaki to direct Peter Dinklage in 'The Reckoner,' written by John Wick creator Derek Kolstad

"The film will be written by John Wick screenwriter Derek Kolstad and stars Peter Dinklage, with plot details currently under wraps."

The pairing of Tanigaki's visceral action style with Kolstad's proven franchise instincts makes The Reckoner one of the more intriguing projects in Lionsgate's pipeline.

"The project pairs Tanigaki's action filmmaking with Kolstad's franchise-building pedigree."

Kolstad and Dinklage are also attached as producers alongside AGBO, deepening their involvement beyond writing and starring.

"Lionsgate has acquired the project, and Anthony and Joe Russo's AGBO will produce."

With Tanigaki fresh off The Furious and Kolstad's track record building the John Wick universe, The Reckoner arrives as a promising addition to the action genre. No plot details or release date have been announced yet, but the assembled talent suggests a high-octane original story.