Paul Rudd and Jack Black team up for reboot of ’90s cult classic

As a seasoned gamer and film enthusiast with memories of the ’90s etched deeply within my gaming console and VHS player, I must say that the prospect of a reboot of the iconic ‘Anaconda’ film, featuring none other than Paul Rudd and Jack Black, has me both excited and intrigued.


Paul Rudd and Jack Black have teamed up for a reboot of ’90s cult classic Anaconda.

In 1997, the initial thrilling movie unfolded around a National Geographic film team being kidnapped by a deranged hunter. He compelled them on a mission to catch the globe’s biggest and most dangerous snake.

The ensemble notably featured Jennifer Lopez, Jon Voight, Owen Wilson, Ice Cube, Eric Stoltz, and Jonathan Hyde.

The movie titled “Anaconda” turned out to be a smashing success at the box office upon its premiere, raking in a total of $145 million worldwide. Its triumph led to the production and release of four subsequent films.

Paul Rudd and Jack Black team up for reboot of '90s cult classic

Currently, discussions are ongoing for Rudd and Black to appear in a fresh adaptation of the movie. The plot is said to be inclined towards humor, as reported by Deadline.

According to reports, the Sony Pictures movie revolves around a circle of companions grappling with middle-age dilemmas, who choose to recreate their beloved childhood film. But as they venture deep into the wilderness, their plans unexpectedly unravel.

The specific duties of Rudd and Black have not been disclosed, but it is known that among the main characters, there’s a director who also works part-time as a wedding videographer, and an actor who reached the height of their career with a role on a police drama series.

Writers Tom Gormican and Kevin Etten have crafted the screenplay for “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent,” with Gormican also slated as the director. Producers Brad Fuller and Andrew Form are involved in the project.

Paul Rudd and Jack Black team up for reboot of '90s cult classic

The news comes after Rudd landed a role opposite Nick Jonas in an upcoming musical comedy from director John Carney.

The movie, titled “Power Ballad“, narrates the tale of a wedding singer (portrayed by Rudd) and a rock star (Jonas). Their lives intertwine through a single song that serves as the central point of contention between them. At present, this film is being filmed in the vibrant city of Dublin.

Regarding Black, the performer has joined the highly awaited Minecraft film project. This movie based on the popular video game is being helmed by Jared Hess, with Warner Bros, Vertigo, and Legendary Pictures as producers. The release date for this production is set for April 2025.

In addition to Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’s star, Jason Momoa, the cast also includes Danielle Brooks from Peacemaker and Emma Myers known for her role in Wednesday.

Anaconda doesn’t have a release date yet.

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2024-08-27 00:48

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