Written by: Jonathan Sedgwick
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TAGLINE
“You can walk away from the badge… but not from the fight.”
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LOGLINE
A former detective turned private security agent is thrust back into the violent underworld when a chance encounter with a robbery leads to a ruthless mob boss targeting the woman he saved. With everything on the line, Nick Walker must confront the demons of his past and fight through an army of killers to survive.
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SYNOPSIS
Nick Walker once wore the badge with pride — until a failed rescue left a child dead and Nick broken. Years later, working quiet shifts for Jackson Security, Nick’s world erupts when he foils a bank robbery and rescues a woman named Jennifer. But his heroic act catches the attention of Vinnie Callahan, a notorious mob boss whose operation the robbery was meant to fund.
What begins as retaliation becomes war. Vinnie targets Jennifer, abducts her, and makes it personal. Nick is forced to fight back — with nothing but instinct, resolve, and his old partner Jackson at his side. As they unravel a trail of violence and corruption, the two must infiltrate Vinnie’s operation and survive the fight of their lives.
Back in Action is a story of redemption, brotherhood, and retribution — where justice isn’t handed down, it’s taken by force.
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MAIN CHARACTERS
• Nick Walker – A former detective haunted by his past, now forced to protect those who give him a second chance at life.
• Jackson – Nick’s loyal partner and war brother; bruised, scarred, and always ready for one last fight.
• Jennifer – A brave woman caught in the crossfire who refuses to be just a victim.
• Vinnie Callahan – A sadistic mob boss whose calm surface hides a violent fury.
• Amy – Jennifer’s witty, younger sister who becomes Vinnie’s bargaining chip.
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THEMES & TONE
• Redemption through violence
• The burden of guilt
• Brotherhood and loyalty
• Justice outside the law
Tone: A blend of gritty realism and cinematic action spectacle, channeling the emotional weight of The Equalizer and the kinetic precision of John Wick.
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VISUAL STYLE
• Urban realism – Back alleys, neon-lit bars, crumbling warehouses, and suburban homes turned into battlegrounds.
• Tactical combat – Close-quarters fights, improvised weapons, brutal choreography.
• Cinematic tension – Long shadows, practical effects, naturalistic lighting with noir undertones.
Visual references:
John Wick, Sicario, The Equalizer, Lethal Weapon, Man on Fire
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TARGET AUDIENCE
• Age Range: 18–45
• Gender Split: 65% Male / 35% Female
• Appeals to fans of:
• Action thrillers with emotional stakes
• Buddy-cop dynamics
• Revenge/redemption arcs
• Independent films with blockbuster energy
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STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
ACT I
• Nick’s past revealed through a haunting montage.
• He foils a robbery and meets Jennifer.
• Vinnie takes notice and sets his plan in motion.
ACT II
• Jennifer is kidnapped.
• Nick and Jackson reconnect and fight through Vinnie’s henchmen.
• A tense warehouse raid ends in near disaster.
ACT III
• Vinnie abducts Jennifer’s sister to lure Nick.
• Jackson is wounded protecting Nick.
• Nick delivers justice in a final brutal showdown.
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STATUS
• Screenplay: Complete
• Pitch Deck: Ready
• Marketing Materials: Teaser poster, tagline, synopsis, logline
• Seeking: Co-production partners, sales agents, distribution, cast attachment
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WHY THIS PROJECT?
• Built around a low-to-mid-budget action structure — perfect for independent studios or streaming platforms.
• Blends character-driven emotion with highly marketable action tropes.
• Features strong male and female leads with sequel potential.
• Compact, stylized, shootable in practical locations.
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FRANCHISE POTENTIAL
Back in Action is designed as a standalone feature with franchise capability. The characters of Nick and Jackson could return for:
• Prequels: The fall of Nick in the force.
• Sequels: International threats. Bigger targets.
• Spin-offs: Jennifer’s path into private protection. Jackson’s undercover years.
For script access, collaboration, or investment:
UKW Studios Limited
[email protected]
+44 (0)871 315 9397
