Rebel Moon: Exclusive Early Premiere on Netflix Sets the Stage for a Spectacular Release
Zack Snyder's highly anticipated sci-fi epic Rebel Moon: Part One - A Child of Fire will make its grand debut on Netflix ahead of schedule in a special release, promising an adult-oriented experience Get ready for an electrifying journey into a mesmerizing world
Netflix will be releasing Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire earlier than the previously announced December 22nd date. The film originally began as a pitch for a gritty Star Wars movie before being transformed by Snyder into its own unique property.
The film recounts the tale of Kora (played by Sofia Boutella), a freedom fighter who rises up against the evil rulers of the Rebel Moon universe, known as the Motherworld. Director Snyder has managed two different versions of the movie: a 134-minute, PG-13 theatrical release and a longer, R-rated director’s cut.
Rebel Moon to premiere early on Netflix in “special” release
The initial Rebel Moon installment will be available to Netflix subscribers earlier than anticipated. Snyder announced on X that Rebel Moon is set to premiere on December 21 at 7pm PT.
Don't miss the special early release of Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire on Dec 21 at 7pm PT, exclusively on Netflix. The countdown is on! pic.twitter.com/39JHFWbkoO
— Zack Snyder (@ZackSnyder) December 7, 2023
Snyder only hinted at Rebel Moon's fast-tracked premiere, describing it as a "special early release." He closed by building excitement for the sci-fi blockbuster's debut and urging fans to start a countdown.
The response to Snyder's post was as enthusiastic as expected. "I can't wait to watch it!" one X user exclaimed. Another fan chimed in, "I stayed up until the early morning hours to watch [Zack Snyder's Justice League] when it premiered. Staying up until midnight for #RebelMoon will be no problem."
Some fans were disappointed that Netflix was releasing the PG-13 version of Rebel Moon instead of the director's cut. "Can you release the 3-hour director's cut soon after?" one post pleaded. "The short or the long one? Can anyone actually answer this?" echoed another. "Would love to know so I can plan a watch party with friends and I don’t plan to do that for the shorter version of it..."
Zack Snyder talks up Rebel Moon’s “adult” cut
The focus of these fans on the Rebel Moon director’s cut is justifiable, considering Snyder's enthusiastic discussion of this rendition of his space opera in various interviews. Notably, the director portrayed the extended version of the film as targeted towards a more mature audience.
“If you’re a fan of mine or someone looking for a deeper, more intense experience, this director’s cut will be enjoyable for you,” Snyder commented on the Rebel Moon director’s cut.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I'm thrilled about the early release of Rebel Moon: Part One - A Child of Fire on Netflix. Zack Snyder's unique vision for this sci-fi epic has me eagerly anticipating the mesmerizing world and captivating story it promises. The fact that it's being released ahead of schedule only adds to the excitement. I can't wait to immerse myself in this adult-oriented experience and witness Kora's journey as a freedom fighter against the evil rulers of the Rebel Moon universe.
However, I share the disappointment expressed by some fans regarding the release of the PG-13 version instead of the director's cut. Snyder's description of the extended version as a more mature and intense experience has me intrigued, and I believe it would cater to a significant portion of his fanbase. I hope Netflix considers releasing the director's cut soon after the initial release to satisfy the demand for a deeper and more immersive Rebel Moon experience.
