Get ready to experience a fresh, intense thriller! Netflix is launching a new series. Man on Fire, which features Emmy winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. He plays a widely known character and invigorates an already existing tale. It is not simply a remake of the 2004 movie, as it is based on the popular novels of A.J. Quinnell.Rather, it puts a spin on the tale, paying greater attention to the characters, their emotions, and thrilling action. Having a troubled protagonist and a mystery that passes through various locations worldwide, Man on Fire, the series, is already making waves amongst the fans.What is Netflix's Man on Fire about View this post on Instagram Instagram PostMan on Fire revolves around John Creasy, an ex- Special Forces mercenary who has suffered extensively due to PTSD and who is attempting to reconstruct his life after many years of violence. As he starts to gain some sort of reprieve, he is pulled back into a risky world that does not allow him to get away. With themes of redemption and revenge shaping the series, the story combines crude emotion and high-stakes action.The Netflix version of Man on Fire delves further into the inner world of Creasy than the previous ones, allowing Yahya Abdul-Mateen II to develop the man behind the rugged surface. The combination of psychological drama and high-intensity action is to be expected in a series of eight hour-long episodes.Cast and crewYahya Abdul-Mateen II - Source: GettyIt is not easy to replace the legendary performance of Denzel Washington, but Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is filling the role of John Creasy in Netflix's Man on Fire with his own unique style, charisma, and emotional coloring. He is backed by a good supporting cast, which includes a budding star like Billie Boullet, who will play Poe Rayburn, a troubled teenager whose life is irrevocably linked with that of Creasy, and Bobby Cannavale as Paul Rayburn, a former combat veteran and a very sharp, very hard guy.The series is in experienced hands behind the camera. The showrunner is regular Netflix partner Kyle Killen, who has worked on the Fear Street films, and the first two episodes will be directed by Creed II director Steven Caple Jr., who will also act as a producer. Combined, this team will deliver a show that is both full of action and has a meaningful storyline.What to expectThe filming of Man on Fire has ended after the shooting of the series in several global destinations, giving a hint that the series could span across the world. The series on Netflix does not have an official release date set by Netflix, but it might be expected to come out in 2026.HBO is going to produce 8 episodes for the first season, with more room for the story because, clearly, this offers further depth in terms of developing their characters, their relations, and the twists that may come their way than any film can possibly do in 2 hours, Watts explained.There’s also the promise of diving into the original novels’ themes in a way that goes beyond familiar Hollywood beats.For more such insights on Man on Fire, keep following SoapCentral.