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Director/Writer/Producer John Stalberg Jr. talks exclusively about his latest hard hitting and visceral thriller Muzzle: City of Wolves which is the follow up to his successful K-9 cop thriller Muzzle. Starring Aaron Eckhart, the film combines the raw and gut punch ferocity of independent cinema with a polished and refined look equivalent to big blockbusters.
In this exclusive interview, Stalberg breaks down the Muzzle franchise, working with A list talent like leading man and action star Aaron Eckhart and creating this no holds barred world ripped from today’s headlines. Stalberg also talks about his career and what it takes to succeed in the industry.
It’s Director/Writer/Producer John Stalberg Jr. on this episode of The Action Fix Podcast!
Muzzle: City of Wolves is now playing in theaters!
In 2023, Stalberg directed the film Muzzle, starring Aaron Eckhart. The story follows Jake Rosser, an LAPD K-9 officer (Eckhart), and his canine partner, Ace, who is trained to sniff out drugs. When Ace is killed in the line of duty, Jake grapples with his grief and begins to reconsider his life and career.
The film’s popularity with fans and success on streaming platforms spawned a franchise, with Stalberg directing and producing its sequel, Muzzle: City of Wolves, which reintroduces Eckhart in the leading role. The film will be released in theaters on November 14, 2025, by IFC Films.
Synopsis: Jake Rosser is haunted by PTSD from his days as a K-9 officer and endeavors to lead a peaceful life with his family and retired K-9 companion, Socks. But the tranquility quickly dissolves when a ruthless gang targets them in a brutal attack. Determined to protect his loved ones, Jake and his new K-9 partner Argos delve into a violent underbelly of crime where Jake confronts corrupt officials, uncovers a perilous drug trafficking ring, and battles his own inner demons.
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