Slipknot’s Corey Taylor Signs $500 Million Deal with Netflix for Explosive July 2025 Film
April 20, 2025 | By Entertainment Desk
In one of the most unexpected and jaw-dropping entertainment deals of the decade, Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor has signed a $500 million contract with Netflix to create and star in a high-octane horror-action film, set for release in July 2025.
The deal, confirmed by both Taylor’s management and Netflix early this morning, marks a major leap from music to mega-budget filmmaking for the iconic metal vocalist, author, and performer. And according to early insiders — this isn’t just a movie. It’s an event.
A Monumental Move
The $500 million figure includes production, promotion, soundtrack rights, and multiple spinoff options. Sources say the deal also gives Taylor creative control over the film, titled “Shadowbreed”, which is described as a dark, dystopian horror-action hybrid that blends “Mad Max energy with a demonic twist.”
Netflix released a short teaser statement:
“Corey Taylor is a creative force unlike any other. We’re thrilled to partner with him on a project that will redefine genre entertainment. ‘Shadowbreed’ is going to blow people’s minds.”
From Masked Mayhem to Movie Mogul
Taylor has long dabbled in film and literature, writing horror fiction and starring in documentaries, but this is his first leap into blockbuster territory — and he’s bringing Slipknot-style chaos with him.
Reportedly, members of Slipknot will contribute to the film’s original soundtrack, and fans can expect Taylor to channel the same rage and intensity that made him one of rock’s most electrifying performers.
“This isn’t just another vanity project,” Taylor said in a statement. “This is something I’ve been building toward for years. Blood, monsters, madness — and a story that cuts deeper than people expect.”
What to Expect from Shadowbreed
While much of the plot is still under wraps, leaks hint at a post-apocalyptic future where humanity is hunted by supernatural creatures born from society’s darkest sins. Taylor plays a battle-scarred anti-hero who uncovers a brutal secret about the world’s collapse — and must choose between vengeance and salvation.
The film is already in pre-production, with shooting scheduled to begin in May. A-list horror director Fede Álvarez (of Evil Dead and Don’t Breathe fame) is rumored to be attached as co-director and executive producer.
A Turning Point for Netflix?
This deal could signal a bold new direction for Netflix, as it doubles down on music-based megaprojects and cinematic experiences that merge fandom with filmmaking. With Taylor’s loyal fanbase and Slipknot’s global reach, Shadowbreed is shaping up to be a culture-crossing juggernaut.
Set your calendar: July 2025 is about to get loud, dark, and unforgettable. Whether you’re a die-hard maggot (Slipknot fan) or a horror junkie, Corey Taylor’s Netflix debut looks poised to make streaming history.
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