Tank Girl Remake

Tank Girl Remake: Margot Robbie Brings Punk Icon Back to Life

After years of cult admiration, Tank Girl is officially on the road to a reboot — and this time, it’s being developed by none other than Margot Robbie. The Barbie and Birds of Prey star is producing the remake through her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, signaling a renewed interest in bringing the punk-rock, post-apocalyptic rebel to modern audiences.

The remake has secured a director: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte, who previously worked with Robbie on Dreamland. Known for his gritty, character-driven storytelling, Joris-Peyrafitte is expected to deliver a darker, more grounded take on Tank Girl, while still honoring the irreverent tone that made the original comic — and the 1995 film — so iconic.

While Margot Robbie is producing, it remains unconfirmed whether she will play the lead role of Rebecca Buck, better known as Tank Girl. Insiders suggest Robbie is waiting to approve the final script before committing as the star. Nevertheless, her involvement as producer ensures that the project will maintain the kind of bold, female-driven energy that has defined her work behind the camera.

Originally created by Alan Martin and Jamie Hewlett (co-creator of Gorillaz), Tank Girl was first published in the late 1980s as a chaotic, countercultural comic set in a dystopian Australia. The character — a foul-mouthed, beer-guzzling anarchist driving a tank — became a symbol of underground rebellion and feminist punk culture.

The 1995 film adaptation, directed by Rachel Talalay and starring Lori Petty, was a commercial flop but developed a devoted cult following for its wild visuals, fourth-wall-breaking humor, and anti-establishment spirit. The film's mixture of live action, animation, and punk rock aesthetics was ahead of its time, though its chaotic style alienated mainstream audiences.

This new version is rumored to retain the post-apocalyptic setting and rebellious themes but with a sharper focus on character development and social commentary. With climate change and authoritarianism increasingly relevant, Tank Girl's fight against a greedy corporation hoarding the world's water supply feels more timely than ever.

Interestingly, the original creators of the comic, Alan Martin and Jamie Hewlett, are reportedly not involved in the remake. While this has raised some concerns among longtime fans, the creative team behind the reboot has a strong track record of honoring edgy material. LuckyChap’s previous successes, such as Promising Young Woman and I, Tonya, demonstrate their ability to take bold, female-led stories and give them mainstream appeal without diluting their edge.

The Tank Girl remake is still in early development, with no official release date announced. But with a respected indie director in place and one of Hollywood's most bankable stars backing it, the film is poised to reintroduce one of the most subversive comic book characters ever created to a new generation.

Whether or not Robbie ultimately dons the mohawk and climbs into the tank herself, this reboot could be the perfect chance for Tank Girl to crash through Hollywood once again — this time on her own terms.