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Zack Snyder is known for director’s cuts that improve on the theatrical editions.Rebel Moonwill continue his signature style and may be the most significant director’s cut yet.
Zack Snyder’s history with Warner Bros. includes several instances of the studio meddling with his DCEU films, including denying the use ofGreen Lantern in the Snyder Cut ofJustice League. After all the WB drama, Zack Snyder andNetflixappear to have a healthy collaboration betweenArmy of The DeadandRebel Moon, and the latest information on theRebel Moondirector’s cut solidifies this further with surprising details that separate it from others.
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Zack Snyder had confirmed bigRebel Moonnewsfor the super fans, and this interview withGamesRadarmight be it. The filmmaker provided details on the R-rated director’s cuts forRebel MoonPart 1 and 2, explaining that what separates these versions from other director’s cuts is that Zack Snyder “planned for it” and that it’s “not an afterthought.” Producer Deborah Snyder expands upon this sentiment, stating that they’re “still tweaking, but they’ll probably be 45-minutes to an hour longer, each one. You get more character. You get a lot more of everything. It’s not just a few deleted scenes.”
Compared to Zack Snyder’s previous director’s cuts,Rebel Moonmay be similar to the difference in length between the theatrical cut ofWatchmenand its Ultimate Cut. While the initial versions garnered lukewarm receptions, Zack Snyder’s director’s cuts for films likeWatchmenandBatman v Supermanwere praised by critics and fans. So, as with those films that substantially improved upon the theatrical cut, these extended editions will likely do the same forRebel Moon. However, the difference withRebel Moonis that the director’s cuts won’t be better, per se, at the expense of the theatrical cut, as each version of the film is tailored to give audiences a fulfilling experience at the movies.
Based on the statements made by Zack and Deborah Snyder, Netflix is accommodating the director and producer withRebel Moon, which will give audiences the choice of how they choose to engage with the movie. It was previously reported that there would be atheatrical cut ofRebel Moonwhile the director’s cut would stream on Netflix. Whatever the case, more details should become available in the coming weeks.
Rebel MoonPart 1 releases theatrically in select theaters and on Netflix on June 01, 2025.
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