Draft:Stargate (upcoming film)
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| Stargate | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Roland Emmerich |
| Screenplay by | |
| Based on | |
| Produced by | Dean Devlin |
Production companies | |
| Distributed by | Amazon MGM Studios Distribution |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Stargate is an upcoming American science fiction adventure film serving as a sequel/reboot to the 1997 film of the same name and the second film installment in the Stargate franchise. The film is to be directed by Roland Emmerich (who helmed the original), from a script by Nicolas Wright and James A. Woods, with Dean Devlin producing. It is set to be released by Amazon MGM Studios Distribution via streaming on Prime Video, and is the first of a planned trilogy.
Production
[edit]Development
[edit]In September 2013, Roland Emmerich revealed that he was going to make a reboot-type sequel to his 1994 film, Stargate, with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).[1] In May 2014, Warner Bros. Pictures signed on to collaborate, with Emmerich signed on as director, and the original's co-writer and producer Dean Devlin attached as producer.[2] In February 2015, Nicolas Wright and James A. Woods were attached as screenwriters, after previously collaborating with Emmerich on Independence Day: Resurgence (2016).[3] In November 2016, Devlin stated the film was unlikely to proceed.[4] In February 2022, Emmerich doubted the film was happening, but stated he would return if it was to be made, mainly due to contractual obligations.
In July 2022, it was reported that Amazon Studios (later renamed Amazon MGM Studios in 2023) was looking to make the film for their streaming service, Prime Video, following their acquisition of MGM.[5] Shortly after, fans of the franchise expressed hype on social media, notably in the trend of the hashtag #WeWantStargate on Twitter.[6]
Casting
[edit]In July 2022, it was revealed that Amazon intends to bring the cast from the original film for the project, while looking towards Liam Hemsworth for a major role, after previously collaborating with Emmerich on Independence Day: Resurgence.[5][7]
Release
[edit]Stargate is set to be released in the United States by Amazon MGM Studios Distribution via streaming on Prime Video.[5] Initially the film was to be released theatrically worldwide and in select territories by Warner Bros. Pictures and MGM, respectively.[2]
Future
[edit]The film is set to be the first installment of a planned trilogy.[1][5]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Rawson-Jones, Ben (September 5, 2013). "'Stargate' to receive movie reboot, trilogy planned". Digital Spy. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ a b Kroll, Justin (May 29, 2014). "Roland Emmerich, Dean Devlin Board 'Stargate' Trilogy at MGM, Warner Bros". Variety. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ Kit, Borys (February 5, 2015). "'Stargate' Remake Finds Its Writers (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ Gross, Ed (November 16, 2016). "The remake of Stargate is not happening, and we know why: exclusive". Empire. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ a b c d Kamal, Nathan (July 14, 2022). "Exclusive: Stargate Reboot Movie Aiming To Get Original Actors Back". Giant Freakin Robot. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ Creith, Matthew (July 18, 2022). "Stargate Trends With #WeWantStargate After Our Reboot News". Giant Freakin Robot. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ Martin, Michellin (July 18, 2022). "Exclusive: Liam Hemsworth Wanted For Stargate Reboot". Giant Freakin Robot. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
