Prepare to blubber
A beloved '90s film about a killer whale is being reimagined, sparking nostalgia and anticipation.
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The brief
A remake of the 1993 film 'Free Willy' is in development. According to coverage from Collider, Deadline, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter and Empire Online, Warner Bros. and AGBO are behind the project. The Russo Brothers are involved.
Coverage does not yet specify details about the cast or release date. The coverage emphasizes the nostalgia factor, highlighting the film's cult classic status from the '90s. The involvement of the Russo Brothers and AGBO is noted, with Empire Online using the tagline 'Prepare to blubber'.
What to watch next: Announcements about the cast, director, and potential release date. Coverage does not yet specify whether the remake will be a sequel, reboot, or another form of reimagining.
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Quick answers
Who is involved in the remake of 'Free Willy'?
Warner Bros. and AGBO are producing the remake. The Russo Brothers are involved, but their exact role is not specified.
When was the original 'Free Willy' released?
The original 'Free Willy' was released in 1993.
What is the tagline for the upcoming 'Free Willy' remake?
The tagline for the upcoming 'Free Willy' remake is 'Prepare to blubber'.
Coverage (5)
- 30 Years Later, a '90s Cult Classic Adventure Is Officially Getting a Remake Collider · 23h ago
- 'Free Willy' Reimagining From Warner Bros. & AGBO Finds Writers Deadline · 23h ago
- ‘Free Willy’ Reboot in the Works at Warner Bros. Variety · 23h ago
- ‘Free Willy’ Reimagining Set at Warner Bros., Russo Bros.’ AGBO (Exclusive) The Hollywood Reporter · 23h ago
- Prepare to blubber empireonline.com · 23h ago
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