Netflix has secured the rights to the gripping female-driven genre thriller “Apex,” described as a fusion of “Free Solo” and “Silence of the Lambs,” as reported by Deadline today.

Penned by Jeremy Robbins, known for his work on “The Purge,” the screenplay for “Apex” caught attention as part of 2021’s The Black List, an annual compilation of highly regarded unproduced screenplays in Hollywood.

The logline for “Apex” sets an exhilarating tone: “When an adrenaline junkie embarks on conquering a treacherous river, she soon realizes that danger lurks not only in nature but also in the form of a relentless human predator.” With its promise of intense suspense, the film is poised to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Deadline notes that the recent strikes by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) have underscored the demand for original storytelling, leading to increased interest in spec scripts and packaged projects. This shift in the industry landscape suggests a favorable environment for genre gems like “Apex,” waiting to be discovered.

Jeremy Robbins, the mastermind behind “Apex,” previously served as a producer on “The Spiderwick Chronicles” and contributed to the acclaimed series “The Purge” for Blumhouse, UCP, and USA Network.

As anticipation builds, audiences eagerly await further updates on “Apex” and its journey to the screen.