It’s official: Cameron Diaz is making her long-awaited return to the screen in Back in Action, a high-stakes action-comedy premiering exclusively on Netflix on January 17, 2025. Teaming up with Jamie Foxx, her co-star from Any Given Sunday and Annie, Diaz steps back into the spotlight alongside a stellar cast that includes Kyle Chandler, Glenn Close, Andrew Scott, and Jamie Demetriou. Directed by Seth Gordon (Horrible Bosses, Baywatch) and written by Gordon and Brendan O’Brien (Neighbors), Back in Action promises an action-packed journey filled with laughs, thrills, and Diaz’s unmistakable charm.
A Spy Story with a Twist
In Back in Action, Diaz and Foxx play Emily and Matt, two former CIA agents who left the world of espionage behind to settle down and start a family. Years later, they’re living a quiet life under the radar—until their cover is blown and they’re forced back into the world they tried to leave behind. Emily and Matt must tap back into their spy skills as they navigate a dangerous mission that threatens both their lives and their hard-won peace.
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As Diaz puts it, “We’re on a mission, and we take this opportunity where people might think we’re dead, to disappear off the face of the planet and start a new life and raise our family.” But as they quickly discover, leaving the world of espionage is easier said than done.
Stellar Cast and Production Team
Back in Action brings together an exceptional cast that promises both action and humor. Jamie Foxx leads the charge as Matt, showcasing his comedic and action chops alongside Diaz, who plays Emily. The duo is joined by Friday Night Lights star Kyle Chandler, the legendary Glenn Close, and Fleabag’s Andrew Scott, bringing depth and intensity to the supporting cast. Jamie Demetriou (Barbie, Fleabag), McKenna Roberts, and Rylan Jackson round out the ensemble, with each actor bringing a unique twist to the espionage comedy.
Produced by Jenno Topping, Peter Chernin, Sharla Sumpter Bridgett, Beau Bauman, and Seth Gordon, the film boasts a team with experience across hit films like Ford v Ferrari, Hidden Figures, Central Intelligence, and more. With a cast and crew this strong, Back in Action is set to deliver a cinematic experience that’s as thrilling as it is hilarious.
A Long-Awaited Return
For fans of Cameron Diaz, Back in Action marks her first film appearance in nearly a decade. Foxx has hinted at Diaz’s epic return, teasing fans with the question, “Is Cameron Diaz coming back?” And the answer, according to Foxx, is a resounding yes, “and with a vengeance.” The chemistry between Diaz and Foxx has always been electric, and Back in Action promises to reignite their on-screen magic as they take on daring stunts, chase scenes, and comedy gold.
Fans won’t have to wait long to see the dynamic duo in action—Back in Action hits Netflix globally on January 17, 2025. With an action-packed storyline, witty dialogue, and a stellar cast, this Netflix original film is shaping up to be a must-watch in the new year.
About Back in Action
Release Date: January 17, 2025
Director: Seth Gordon (Horrible Bosses)
Writers: Seth Gordon and Brendan O’Brien (Neighbors)
Producers: Jenno Topping, Peter Chernin and Sharla Sumpter Bridgett (Ford v Ferrari, Hidden Figures, Luther) for Chernin Entertainment; Beau Bauman (Central Intelligence) for Good One Productions; Seth Gordon for Exhibit A
Executive Producers: Jamie Foxx, Datari Turner, Brendan O’Brien, Tim Lewis
Cast: Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Kyle Chandler, Andrew Scott, Jamie Demetriou, McKenna Roberts, Rylan Jackson and Glenn Close
Logline
Years after giving up life as CIA spies to start a family, Emily and Matt find themselves dragged back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown.
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