A new iteration of the RoboCop franchise is coming to Prime Video, Amazon MGM Studios announced Tuesday. The upcoming series, titled "RoboCop," will consist of eight episodes and marks the fifth television series within the RoboCop universe.
The original "RoboCop" film, directed by Paul Verhoeven, debuted in 1987 and has since become a significant part of science fiction culture.
According to MGM Studios, the plot of the new series centers on a large tech conglomerate that persuades a city to integrate a powerful robot into its police force. This robot is implanted with the consciousness of a fallen officer.
Key figures from the original film's production are involved in the new series. Ed Neumeier, co-creator and co-writer of the 1987 "RoboCop," will serve as an executive producer, alongside James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett. Danielle Bozzone is listed as a co-executive producer.
Peter Ocko has been announced as an executive producer, showrunner, and writer for the "RoboCop" series. Ocko's previous work includes producing roles on "Lodge 49," "Chasing Daisies," and "The Office."
In a statement, Peter Friedlander, Head of Global Television at Amazon MGM, highlighted the franchise's enduring appeal. "RoboCop is a franchise that has meant something to audiences for nearly four decades—not just as an action spectacle, but as a sharp, provocative mirror of our relationship with technology and power," Friedlander said. "Peter Ocko has crafted a vision that honors the soul of what made the original so enduring while building something entirely fresh and urgent for today. Paired with the cinematic sensibility of James Wan and the team at Blumhouse Atomic Monster, we believe this series will captivate a whole new generation of fans on Prime Video."
The official release date for the new "RoboCop" series has not yet been revealed. However, with Prime Video expected to have a presence at San Diego Comic-Con, scheduled from July 23 to July 26, 2026, a potential announcement during the event is possible.
The series will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Subscription to Amazon Prime, which includes Prime Video, costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year, with options for a 30-day free trial. Discounted memberships are available for young adults.