# Saban Films Takes North America On Michael Madsen Action Thriller ‘Blood Behind Us’ – AFM

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/saban-films-takes-north-america-on-michael-madsen-action-thriller-blood-behind-us-afm/
- Published: 2026-11-10T16:00:13+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-10T19:58:11+00:00
- Original publisher: Deadline
- Original article: https://deadline.com/2026/11/michael-madsen-blood-behind-us-1237218531/
- Topics: Americas, Entertainment, Film, World

## Key points

- Saban Films bought North American rights to *Blood Behind Us*.
- Michael Madsen plays the lead character’s estranged father.
- Theatrical release is planned for January 2027, followed by digital in February.

## Summary

Saban Films has acquired North American rights to *Blood Behind Us*, an action thriller featuring one of Michael Madsen’s final film performances. The deal was announced as the American Film Market began, and the film’s planned release will bring the late actor’s work to audiences in cinemas and on digital platforms.

Directed by Brendan Gabriel Murphy, the film follows ex-soldier Casey Hatfield, played by Tanner Beard, as he tries to rebuild his relationship with his family while being pursued by a contract killer. Madsen, who died in July 2025 aged 67, plays Casey’s estranged father; the cast also includes Michael Aaron Milligan, Jaime King, Russell Quinn, Ramsey Krull and Katie Leclerc.

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