Keanu Reeves is set to bring his acting prowess to the Caribbean as he stars in the upcoming sci-fi film “Shiver,” which is scheduled to begin filming in the Dominican Republic in February 2026. Directed by Tim Miller, known for his work on “Deadpool” and “Terminator: Dark Fate,” the film is based on a story by Ian Schorr.
“Shiver” follows the harrowing journey of a struggling smuggler who finds himself trapped in a time loop after being betrayed during a job at sea. As he navigates a nightmarish scenario filled with dead bodies, hostile mercenaries, and dangerous sharks, he must relive the last moments of his life repeatedly until he uncovers a way to escape the loop.
Reeves recently appeared in the comedy “Good Fortune,” where he portrayed the angel Gabriel alongside a star-studded cast that included Seth Rogen, Sandra Oh, Aziz Ansari, and Keke Palmer. Fans can also anticipate his roles in Jonah Hill’s black comedy “Outcome” and another black comedy titled “The Entertainment System Is Down,” directed by Ruben Östlund, featuring Kirsten Dunst and Daniel Brühl.
Tim Miller’s directorial vision is anticipated to complement Reeves’ talent as they embark on this sci-fi adventure together. Miller, who has made a name for himself not only as a filmmaker but also as an animator, is recognized for his contributions to Netflix’s “Love, Death & Robots,” where he serves as showrunner, and Prime Video’s “Secret Level,” an adult animated anthology series.
The Dominican Republic has previously been a backdrop for numerous films, such as “Road House” starring Jake Gyllenhaal, “The Killer” featuring Michael Fassbender, “The Lost City” with Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock, and “Arthur the King” starring Mark Wahlberg, further establishing its reputation as a appealing location for filmmakers.
With “Shiver,” audiences can look forward to a thrilling blend of sci-fi and action as Keanu Reeves returns to the big screen in this exciting new role.