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Chris Columbus Says Next ‘Gremlins’ Film is “Almost Definitely a Reboot”
We’ve been writing articles about a new Gremlins film for several years here on Bloody Disgusting, and at this time, nothing is yet 100% official on that front. But like he has been over the years, Chris Columbus, the writer of Joe Dante’s original classic, is still insisting that it’s in the works, and he says it’s taken the form of a reboot.
Speaking with Metro UK, Columbus provided the latest update.
“Gremlins… we are actively talking about that. So that’s what I am working on with my production company, 1492 Pictures,” Columbus told the site.
He added, “It will almost definitely be a reboot.”
Of course, the term “reboot” is a loose one, either implying a full on fresh start or a Jurassic World-type sequel that also reboots a franchise… depending on who you ask. We can only assume the next Gremlins film, if it ever gets off the ground, would fall more in the latter category, telling a new story that still honors the existence of the originals.
But that’s pure speculation on my part, at this time.
Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky) is staying busy here in 2024, directing not only the werewolf movie Big Bad but also an upcoming thriller titled Drop.
The project for Blumhouse and Platinum Dunes is being described as a “fast-paced thriller,” and Deadline reports today that Violett Beane (Truth or Dare) has joined the cast.
Newcomer Jacob Robinson has also signed on to star in the mysterious thriller. Previously announced, Meghann Fahy (“White Lotus”) will be leading the cast.
Landon recently teased on Twitter, “This is my love letter to DePalma.”
Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach wrote the script.
Michael Bay, Jason Blum, Brad Fuller and Cameron Fuller — “who brought the script in to Platinum Dunes” — are producing the upcoming Drop. Sam Lerner is an executive producer.
THR notes, “The film is a Platinum Dunes and Blumhouse production for Universal.”
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