In the high-stakes jungle of Hollywood acquisitions, one name consistently emerges victorious, snatching the most coveted projects from the grasp of formidable rivals. Netflix possesses an almost mythical ability to dominate intense bidding wars, transforming tantalizing spec scripts into must-watch television. Their latest triumph involves a fierce battle that culminated in the capture of a riveting action-crime drama, poised to be their next blockbuster sensation. This strategic victory brings the highly sought-after project, Trigger Point, into the streaming giant's expansive catalog.

Starring the acclaimed actor Joel Edgerton, this series has navigated a complex path of development and a showdown, proving its value as premium entertainment.

The intense competition surrounding this eight-episode action crime drama of A24’s new series, Trigger Point, spearheaded by writer Harrison Query and director Jeremy Saulnier, was formidable. According to Deadline, the final, decisive round involved a heated confrontation between at least four major entities, ultimately narrowing to two straight-to-series offers from Netflix and Apple TV. Netflix demonstrated superior commitment and vision for the project, successfully securing the rights.

According to Deadline, the initial script landed at A24 after a seven-way bidding war. It was then developed internally, attaching Joel Edgerton to the lead role, creating a highly valuable package that commanded the industry's full attention when it was eventually presented to buyers. This move underscores Netflix’s proactive strategy to acquire high-caliber, star-driven content, maintaining its dominant content lineup.

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The series, which finally landed on Netflix after the bidding war, promises a dark and intricate narrative focused on morally ambiguous characters operating outside the law.

Trigger Point plunges viewers into the dangerous existence of former Tier One Special Forces Operators. These highly trained individuals choose to leverage their specialized military skills and expertise, not for government service, but for the criminal underworld. They operate under the guise of a private military contracting firm, executing high-stakes missions and challenges for maximum profit and exposure. Joel Edgerton is set to embody the central character, Red, an ex-Tier One Operator who has transitioned into a life of crime, leading this elite group.

The narrative tension will be driven by the unrelenting pursuit of this crew by an unwavering FBI agent. Series creator Harrison Query will serve as showrunner, guaranteeing a consistent vision for this action-packed exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and consequence. The official release date for Trigger Point on Netflix has not yet been announced. This marks a significant trend for A24, as Trigger Point is their second straight-to-series order secured after a major bidding war in a short period. Previously, A24's legal thriller Discretion, starring Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning, also sparked intense competition before landing at Paramount+.  

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