Old Man’s War: A Battle for Life Beyond Earth

Title: Old Mans War
Description: Set centuries in the future, this story revolves around older citizens who must choose between aging and dying on Earth or enlisting in the military to join the interstellar Colonial Union. It follows 75-year-old widower John Perry as he navigates battles in his rejuvenated body and faces moral dilemmas when he encounters a soldier resembling his late wife.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: 2020-04-16
Producer: Jon Shestack, Adam Kolbrenner, Robyn Meisinger, John Scalzi, Ryan Cunningham
Production Company: Jon Shestack Productions
Email: shestackproductions@gmail.com
Phone: 323-468-1113
Status: Development
Writer: Jeremy Slater
Lit Entertainment Group: 10390 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste 280, LA, CA 90025
Lit Email: adam@litentertainmentgroup.com
Lit Phone: 310-988-7700


Old Man’s War: A Futuristic Tale of Valor and Resurrection

Set in a distant future, “Old Man’s War” transports audiences to a world where aging citizens face a pivotal decision: succumb to the inevitability of time on Earth or join the ranks of the interstellar Colonial Union. The narrative follows John Perry, a 75-year-old widower who embraces the military’s extraordinary offer to inhabit a youthful and enhanced version of himself. As Perry becomes a skilled warrior in this high-stakes battle against extraterrestrial forces, he grapples with the complexities of his new identity and the haunting memories of his past.

This feature film, brought to life by a talented production team including Jon Shestack, Adam Kolbrenner, and writer Jeremy Slater, blends intense action with deep emotional themes. With legendary director Steven Spielberg hinting at his directorial involvement, expectations for this adaptation of John Scalzi’s celebrated novel are soaring. Viewers can look forward to a riveting exploration of love, loss, and the consequences of war, punctuated by Perry’s extraordinary encounters, particularly with a soldier reminiscent of his late wife, challenging the very fabric of his new existence.




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