Jennifer Lopez to star in Netflix sci-fi thriller 'Atlas'

June 16 (UPI) -- Jennifer Lopez will star in a new Netflix sci-fi thriller.

Netflix announced Tuesday that Lopez, 51, will produce and star in the upcoming film Atlas.

Atlas follows a woman (Lopez) fighting for humanity against an AI soldier who has determined the only way to end war is to eliminate humans.

Lopez's character must team up with "the one thing she fears most -- another AI," according to Variety.

Atlas is directed by San Andreas and Rampage director Brad Peyton.

"Having the chance to direct Jennifer in the title role of this movie is a dream come true, as I know she'll bring the incredible strength, depth and authenticity we've all come to admire from her work," Peyton said.

Lopez shared a photo of herself holding the film's script Tuesday on Instagram.

"Can't wait for this! #Atlas movie is coming to @Netflix!!!" she wrote.

Atlas is part of Lopez's Nuyorican Productions' first-look deal with Netflix. Lopez is also working on the film The Mother and an adaptation of The Cipher.