Ray Gunn: Brad Bird's Animated Detective Noir Starring Sam Rockwell and Scarlett Johansson

Ray Gunn, directed by Brad Bird (The Incredibles, Ratatouille), promises to be a unique animated experience. Set in Metropia, the film envisions a future as imagined in 1939, filled with towering skyscrapers and advanced technology. Raymond Gunn, a private eye voiced by Sam Rockwell, gets entangled in a case involving aliens and a pop star, Venus Nova, voiced by Scarlett Johansson. Tom Waits lends his voice to Eyera, Ray's one-eyed alien compatriot.

Bird describes the film as a blend of sci-fi and classic detective movies, aiming to appeal to a broad audience and demonstrate the potential of animation for diverse storytelling. With its retro-futuristic aesthetic and star-studded voice cast, Ray Gunn is poised to be a standout addition to Netflix's animation offerings. The film is produced by Skydance Animation and is part of their multi-year deal to release animated movies on Netflix.

Ray Gunn is set to stream on Netflix in 2026.

The main voice actors include Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson, and Tom Waits.

Ray Gunn is set in Metropia, an alternate future city inspired by Art Deco and visions of the future from 1939.

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