Breaking The Empire State
As of October 4, 2026, Breaking The Empire State is a feature film that is in post-production. The production companies attached are MadRiver Pictures, G-Base Productions and Lionsgate. Attached are casting directors Jeanne McCarthy, Kellie Roy and 1 other; director Michael Matthews; writers S. Craig Zahler and Brian Tucker; and producers Quirin Berg, Alexander Janssen and 2 others. Cast includes Gerard Butler. It was scheduled to start shooting in Australia and New York, NY in November 2025. Production List last updated this listing on October 4, 2026.
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Project Summary
When mercenaries attack the Empire State Building, ex–Navy SEAL–turned–firefighter Rhett Westermark and NYPD officer Dani must set aside their relationship troubles to save hostages and stop the carnage.
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Cast & Crew
Writing
| Writer | S. Craig Zahler |
| Writer | Brian Tucker |
Directing
| Director | Michael Matthews |
Production
| Producer | Quirin Berg |
| Producer | Alexander Janssen |
| Producer | Marc Butan |
| Producer | Alan Siegel |
Casting
| Casting Director | Jeanne McCarthy |
| Casting Director | Kellie Roy |
| Casting Director | Morgan Robbins |
Cast
| Cast | Gerard Butler |
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