Amazon MGM Studios has acquired worldwide streaming rights to "The Kellys," an upcoming action film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Liam Hemsworth [1].
The acquisition signals a strategic push by Amazon to expand its Prime Video library with high-concept action-thrillers. By securing a project with a global star like Schwarzenegger, the platform aims to attract a broad international audience to its subscription service [1, 3].
The film is directed by Brad Peyton and produced by Thunder Road Films [1]. The plot centers on a disgraced New York City police officer whose wife is taken hostage, forcing the protagonist into a high-stakes struggle to recover her [1, 3].
Production for the project was scheduled to begin in May 2026 [4]. Filming will take place in Hungary, with the final product slated for a worldwide release on Prime Video [1, 4].
While some industry reports describe the project as an action flick [1], other reports categorize the film as an action-comedy [2]. This blend of genres is intended to provide a dynamic pace for the streaming platform's current slate of original content [3].
Schwarzenegger and Hemsworth will lead the cast in what is expected to be a physically demanding role. The production utilizes Hungary's filming infrastructure to create the necessary urban, and action environments for the NYC-based story [1, 4].
“Amazon MGM Studios has acquired worldwide streaming rights to 'The Kellys'”
The move reflects a broader industry trend where streaming giants are increasingly bypassing traditional theatrical windows to secure 'star-vehicle' action movies. By pairing a legacy icon like Schwarzenegger with a younger lead like Hemsworth, Amazon is attempting to bridge generational gaps in viewership while leveraging Hungary's cost-effective production hubs.
