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A remake of the 1990s film Free Willy is officially in development at Warner Bros. with AGBO attached to the project.
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The brief
Warner Bros. and the Russo brothers’ production company, AGBO, have begun work on a reimagining of the 1993 film Free Willy. The project has moved into the development phase, with the recruitment of writers officially confirmed.
Coverage from Variety, Deadline, and The Hollywood Reporter emphasizes the involvement of AGBO and the status of the film as a reimagining of the 1990s classic. Additional reporting from outlets including Collider, Empire, and MJVibe highlights the cultural legacy of the original Oregon-filmed movie.
Further details regarding the cast, production timeline, or specific creative direction for the remake have not been provided. The involvement of Michael Jackson, who contributed music to the original, remains a point of note in current industry discussions.
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Quick answers
Who is producing the Free Willy reboot?
The film is a collaborative project between Warner Bros. and the Russo brothers' company, AGBO.
What is the status of the film?
The project is currently in the development stage, with writers recently attached.
Are there details on the cast or release date?
Current coverage does not specify a release date or casting information.
Coverage (7)
- Free Willy Without Michael? MJVibe · 1d ago
- This Oregon-filmed ’90s kids classic — starring the state’s most famous whale OregonLive.com · 1d ago
- 30 Years Later, a '90s Cult Classic Adventure Is Officially Getting a Remake Collider · 1d ago
- 'Free Willy' Reimagining From Warner Bros. & AGBO Finds Writers Deadline · 1d ago
- ‘Free Willy’ Reboot in the Works at Warner Bros. Variety · 1d ago
- ‘Free Willy’ Reimagining Set at Warner Bros., Russo Bros.’ AGBO (Exclusive) The Hollywood Reporter · 1d ago
- Prepare to blubber empireonline.com · 1d ago
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