The Leading Man (2026)
The Leading Man (2026)
Starring: John Cena, Kevin Hart
Genre: Action / Comedy
Overview
The Leading Man is a high-concept action comedy in development at Netflix, based on the comic-book series by Jeremy Haun and B. Clay Moore. Cena plays a self-absorbed Hollywood action star who discovers that his co-star (Hart) is actually an undercover agent. Forced to swallow his pride and face reality, he must join forces to save the world.
HighlightsCena in a comedic-action lead role, playing against his tough-guy image by going the ego-to-hero route.
Kevin Hart bringing his sharp comedic timing as the agent who knows more than he looks.
The filmmakers are adapting fun source-material (the comic) and playing with movie-star vs. real-agent themes.
As a Netflix project, it has broad potential for global reach and streaming success.
Final Verdict
The Leading Man looks promising as a smart, fun blend of action and comedy with a meta twist on the Hollywood star system. If it balances spectacle and humor well, it could be a breakout streaming hit. On the flip side, the story is still in early development and may face the usual risks of big-concept comedies falling short in depth or originality.
“He’s the star of the show — until he realises the show is about saving the world.”
