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In addition to legacy sequels, one of the most popular trends in Hollywood is the production of remakes of classic movies or television programs. Even though there is some opposition to the idea, Disney is working relentlessly to expand its already extensive range of products. One of the ways they are doing this is by adapting some of their older animated films into live-action films. Of course, Disney is not the only large production firm that can accommodate said projects; A-class cinema studios such as Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Columbia Pictures, and Universal Pictures are all quite busy with a significant number of remakes or readaptations that were signed under their deals this year. The film adaptation of the popular 1980s television series of the same name is currently in production at Universal Studios and will be titled The Fall Guy.
Glen A. Larson, an experienced television producer, was the brains behind the action-packed adventure series that ran on ABC from 1981 until 1986. Larson also served as the show’s creator. The show’s initial premise, which centered on the work of a stuntman and featured recurring roles for Douglas Barr and Heather Thomas, in addition to the lead role played by Lee Majors, garnered a significant amount of interest from viewers throughout the entirety of the show’s existence. And now, a film adaptation will be created in recognition. Since 2010, The Fall Guy has been mired in the quagmire of the development process, but now that 2020 has arrived, the project is finally back on track. There have been Numerous developments that have taken place since then; each one is detailed below.
Cast
- Hannah Waddingham
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson
- Emily Blunt
- Ryan Gosling
- Teresa Palmer
- Stephanie Hsu
- Winston Duke
- Adam Dunn as Nigel
- Beth Champion as NY AD
- Madeleine Jones as Reader
- Tashrif Islam as Pedestrian
- Martin Cohen as Pedestrian(uncredited)
- Tahlia Crinis as Sergeant Eloise Park(uncredited)
- Luisa Mariano as Club Goer(uncredited)
- Nova Onas as Pedestrian(uncredited)
- Shakriya Tarinyawat as Pedestrian, Tram Passenger, and CommicCon Attendee(uncredited)
- Charlotte Wood as Reporter(uncredited)
What is the Release Date of The Fall Guy?
The Fall Guy is scheduled for release by Universal on March 1st, 2024. The picture will compete for audience attention with Elio, a sci-fi coming-of-age adventure movie directed by Pixar.
Who is the Director of The Fall Guy?
David Leitch is an American filmmaker, actor, performer, and coordinator. He made his directorial debut with the action picture John Wick in 2014 with Chad Stahelski, albeit Stahelski was the only one to receive credit for their work. After that, Leitch directed the suspense picture Atomic Blonde (2017), which starred Charlize Theron, and Deadpool 2 (2018), the sequel to the film released in 2016. He directed Hobbs & Shaw, a spin-off of the Fast & Furious franchise, in 2019, and he directed Bullet Train, starring Brad Pitt, in 2022. Both films were directed by F. Gary Gray.
What is the Plot of The Fall Guy?
Colt Seavers, a stuntman out of work, is approached by his ex-girlfriend, who is making her big-budget Hollywood directing debut, to be the stuntman for a hot up-and-coming action star who is a complete jerk. The story of The Fall Guy follows Colt Seavers as he accepts the invitation. When the actor goes missing, it is up to Colt to locate him and rescue him from the seedy underbelly of Hollywood. He does this in the hopes of reuniting with an old flame, rescuing the movie, and demonstrating that he is the most skilled stuntman in the business.
Colt Seavers, played by Lee Majors and a stuntman who moonlighted as a bounty hunter, was the main character of the original television show, which followed an adventure-of-the-week premise. The program had a very tongue-in-cheek vibe, featuring some remarkable stunts and effective action sequences for its time and budget. The tone of the film adaption is moving in a completely other direction. It would be interesting to watch how Leitch handles comedic elements and action sequences while presenting a gripping story about a world he is quite familiar with.
“David comes from stunts and narrating a story of a stuntman coming into his own via the course of having to investigate a crime. Since we get to perform a lot of actual action on this issue, [it is] a unique opportunity for us. We usually do, but in this particular instance, it is a significant step that can be taken. We pay homage to the stunt community, cinema, and those of us working in the film industry. In addition to that, it is a kind of ode to the business world. In addition to that, I want it to be entertaining and something that will give the audience a great time.
