Tony-winning ‘M. Butterfly’ playwright David Henry Hwang has been set by Disney to write ‘Hunchback.’ This is a live-action musical adaptation of the Victor Hugo novel and animated film. Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz will write the music. Mandeville is producing along with Josh Gad. Deadline has heard that Gad, a star of the Mandeville-produced blockbuster… Continue reading David Henry Hwang Will Write Disney’s ‘Hunchback,’ Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz Will Write Music
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‘Cassian Andor’ Series Reportedly Gets Filming Dates and Synopsis
According to That Hashtag Show, we now have filming dates and a brand new synopsis for the ‘Cassian Andor’ series. As of today, Disney+ is planning an extensive shoot with production kicking off on October 28, 2019 and wrapping on June 17, 2020. There will most likely be holiday breaks when appropriate. Thus, breaks would be… Continue reading ‘Cassian Andor’ Series Reportedly Gets Filming Dates and Synopsis
Paul King Drops Out Of Directing Disney’s ‘Pinocchio’
Paul King will no longer be directing Disney’s live-action ‘Pinocchio’ movie. In an interview with Discussing Film, cinematographer Seamus McGarvey has confirmed the loss of the ‘Paddington’ director. You can read his comments below. “I don’t think it’s a secret anymore, but the film has been cancelled over the holidays, over Christmas. The director basically… Continue reading Paul King Drops Out Of Directing Disney’s ‘Pinocchio’
‘Mary Poppins’ Second Sequel Confirmed In Early Stages of Development
Director Rob Marshall has confirmed that the production team are talking about another film, as there are eight books written by P.L. Travers. This would be the third film in the franchise, after the recent ‘Mary Poppins Returns.’ Director Rob Marshall confirmed the production team are already on the case for a follow-up, which would… Continue reading ‘Mary Poppins’ Second Sequel Confirmed In Early Stages of Development
‘Lady Sif’ Limited Series Reportedly In The Works For Disney+
Marvel Studios is adding another limited series for the Disney+ Streaming Service. A ‘Lady Sif’ limited series is set to be in early development. Kevin Feige will produce the show with Jaimie Alexander expected to reprise her role. It is currently unclear whether the show will take place before or after ‘Thor: Ragnarok.’ In regards… Continue reading ‘Lady Sif’ Limited Series Reportedly In The Works For Disney+
‘Star Wars Resistance’ Renewed for Season 2 on Disney Channel
The cable network has renewed its animated series ‘Star Wars Resistance’ for a second season, set to debut in fall 2019. The pickup comes a few days before the series begins the final run of its first season; it returns Sunday, January 13. The show begins a short time before the events of ‘Star Wars Episode VII: The… Continue reading ‘Star Wars Resistance’ Renewed for Season 2 on Disney Channel
RUMOR: New Details on ‘Loki’ and ‘The Vision and Scarlet Witch’ Disney+ Limited Series
Disney+ will be launching later this year, and Marvel Studios is already taking advantage of it by creating two limited series, ‘Loki’ and ‘The Vision and Scarlet Witch.’ Via That Hashtag Show, there are unverified rumors that the ‘Vision and Scarlet Witch’ series may be inspired, at least in part, by the recent limited Vision… Continue reading RUMOR: New Details on ‘Loki’ and ‘The Vision and Scarlet Witch’ Disney+ Limited Series