AceShowbiz - Chris Pine is set to make his long-awaited return to Netflix with a gripping survival thriller titled Yeti, marking his first project with the streaming giant in eight years. Known widely for his role as Captain Kirk in the recent Star Trek trilogy, Pine previously collaborated with Netflix on the 2018 historical drama Outlaw King. Since then, he has appeared in several notable films including Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), The Contractor (2022), Don't Worry Darling (2022), and Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023).

Deadline has revealed that Pine will star in Yeti, a survival thriller that pits a father and his daughter against a mysterious and deadly creature lurking in the Alps. The story centers on a father, played by Pine, and his daughter, portrayed by British actor Iona Bell, who must survive after an avalanche releases a primeval predator from the glacial ice. Joining them is Sofia Boutella, who is recognized for her role in Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon and who previously worked alongside Pine in Star Trek Beyond (2016), and veteran actor Ray Winstone.

The official logline for Yeti describes it as a tense battle for survival where “a father and his daughter must fight to survive against a merciless predator that blends in with the snow,” with no hope of rescue deep in the Alps. The film is directed by Michael Chaves, known for his work on The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025), and originated from a spec script by Peter Gaffney. The screenplay received rewrites from Sean Tretta. In addition to starring, Pine will serve as an executive producer alongside Hans Ritter, while Dan Kagan and producers Erik Feig and Jessica Switch from Picturestart are also onboard.

The project continues the ongoing collaboration between Sony and Netflix, who struck a partnership in 2021 granting Netflix first-look rights on films Sony intends to release directly to streaming. This partnership was recently renewed in January, ensuring that projects like Yeti benefit from this strategic alliance.

For Pine, the announcement of Yeti follows his appearance in the Sundance-premiered romantic comedy Carousel, where he stars opposite Jenny Slate. Directed by Rachel Lambert, Carousel has received generally positive reviews and holds a 68% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. In addition, Pine is slated to star in the sci-fi comedy Alpha Gang, which is currently in post-production.

Iona Bell, who plays Pine’s daughter in Yeti, is gaining attention as well, having starred in the Sundance film Fing! earlier this year. She is also set to appear in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, which is scheduled for theatrical release this November.

Ray Winstone, another key cast member of Yeti, is known for his roles in acclaimed films such as The Departed (2006), the Marvel hit Black Widow (2021), and the Netflix success Damsel (2024). Meanwhile, director Michael Chaves has a strong horror background, having directed entries in the Conjuring universe including The Nun II (2023) and The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021).

As of now, no official release date or filming schedule for Yeti has been announced. However, given Pine’s involvement and the high-profile creative team, the film is poised to be a notable addition to Netflix’s thriller lineup. Fans of survival and monster movies will want to keep an eye out for upcoming details about this chilling alpine story.