The Walking Dead introduced us to many iconic characters, and it was enjoyable to watch each of their journeys unfold. We're talking from their struggles to their moments of triumph. But it wasn't just the characters that held our attention. It was the actors who brought them to life, pouring their talent, emotion, and soul into every scene.
One such actor is Steven Yeun. Most people were introduced to Yeun through his portrayal of Glenn Rhee, a character whose kindness, courage, and unwavering loyalty made him a fan favorite from the very beginning. Sadly, Glenn would meet a tragic end in the season 7 premiere. It was a moment that shocked and devastated fans around the world.
After Yeun’s departure, fans eagerly anticipated the new projects he would tackle. Since then, he has starred in a number of acclaimed shows and films. Take Beef and Nope, for example. Those are two standout projects where his performance was nothing short of phenomenal. Now, audiences have even more to be excited about with his latest endeavor.
Walking Dead actor Steven Yeun stars in The Rip on Netflix
If you've been missing Steven Yeun on your TV screen, you won't have to wait long. The Walking Dead actor will be in an upcoming action thriller flick on Netflix titled The Rip. It's set to be released on the streaming platform on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.
Inspired by true events, The Rip centers on a team of Miami police officers who stumble upon millions of dollars in hidden cash in an abandoned stash house. Their job is to secure the money, count it, and ensure it makes its way into the proper channels. But in reality, handling millions of dollars on the ground is far more complicated, risky, and morally challenging. Joe Carnahan (Shadow Force, The Grey) wrote the screenplay and directed the film.
Yeun takes on the role of Detective Mike Ro, a Miami PD officer who helps find the cash. He's joined in the cast by the leads, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. The rest of the cast includes Teyana Taylor, Sasha Calle, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Scott Adkins, Kyle Chandler, Néstor Carbonell, and Lina Esco.
Below, we shared the thrilling official trailer for The Rip. Check it out for a sneak peek of the action-packed film!
Based on the trailer, The Rip doesn't look like the type of movie you want to miss! Not only does it star some incredible actors, but it also looks like it'll keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time while watching. We'll definitely be checking it out, and we strongly recommend that you do as well.
In addition to The Rip, fans can look forward to even more projects starring Yeun this year. There's the animated fantasy film The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, where he voices the character of Zuko. He'll also be in a Netflix crime thriller titled Animals. When it comes to TV work, you can expect to hear his voice in the upcoming fourth season of Invincible, which comes out in March. He returns to voice the lead character, Markus "Mark" Grayson/Invincible.