Warner Bros nears deal for Keanu Reeves and Tim Miller sci-fi film ‘Shiver’

Warner Bros is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to acquire "Shiver", an upcoming sci-fi action film that will unite Keanu Reeves with "Deadpool" director Tim Miller. The project is being described as a high-concept, adrenaline-fueled thriller blending the survival intensity of "The Shallows" with the time-bending tension of "Edge of Tomorrow".

The screenplay, written by Ian Shorr, follows a smuggler navigating the treacherous waters of the Caribbean Sea, where he encounters dead bodies, pirates, and sharks — all trapped within a mysterious time loop. Shorr previously penned "Infinite" starring Mark Wahlberg and Chiwetel Ejiofor, and "Office Uprising" for Sony Crackle.

Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett are producing the film under Ryder Picture Company, alongside Matthew Vaughn, best known for directing "Kingsman" and "Kick-Ass".

Reeves, currently performing on Broadway alongside Alex Winter in "Waiting for Godot", has had a packed year. He recently voiced Shadow in "Sonic the Hedgehog 3", which grossed over $492 million globally, and reprised his iconic role in "Ballerina," a spinoff of the "John Wick" franchise. He also stars in Aziz Ansari's comedy "Good Fortune", which is now in theatres.

Director Tim Miller, meanwhile, continues his streak of visually dynamic projects. After "Deadpool"'s massive success, grossing $782 million worldwide, he went on to direct "Terminator: Dark Fate" and co-create Netflix's acclaimed anthology "Love, Death & Robots".

With Warner Bros circling the deal, "Shiver" is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated sci-fi films on the horizon — combining Reeves' magnetic screen presence with Miller's high-octane direction.