Aardman Announces ‘Shaun the Sheep 2′
Aardman and StudioCanal have announced that they are once again teaming on a sequel to the Oscar-nominated animated feature Shaun the Sheep Movie. (DAR)
‘Ice’: Antoine Fuqua Pulls Back, Remains Executive Producer On DirecTV Series
Antoine Fuqua is taking a step back on Ice, the upcoming drama series for A&T’s Audience network. Fuqua directed the opening episode and serves as an executive producer for the series. (DH)
‘Knight Rider’ Reboot From Justin Lin Set At Machinima
Producer-director Justin Lin is on board for a digital remake of the 1980s TV series. Digital network Machinima has partnered with Lin and his YOMYOMF production shingle, along with NBCUniversal Brand Development. (VAR)
Jack O’Connell Will Play Alexander McQueen In Andrew Haigh Biopic
The film will follow McQueen and his creative process in the months leading up to his acclaimed 2009 show. (IW)
Charlie Hunnam, Lea Seydoux Team For Drake Doremus-Directed Romance ‘Zoe’
Charlie Hunnam and Lea Seydoux sign on for a romance set at a revolutionary research lab that designs technology set to improve and perfect relationships. IM Global is fully financing the project. (THR)
George Lucas Not Involved In ‘Indiana Jones 5’ Story; Writer David Koepp Talks ‘Crystal Skull’
Steven Spielberg said George Lucas would serve as an executive producer on the film, but in speaking with screenwriter, David Koepp, he revealed that Lucas is not involved in the story of Indiana Jones 5. (COLL)
Michael Sheen, Luke Wilson And Jenna Fischer Join Ben Stiller In ‘Brad’s Status’
Amazon also has come aboard to co-finance Mike White’s comedy with Sidney Kimmel Entertainment. (THR)
Paramount Pictures Nabs Alex R. Johnson Spec ‘Northeast Kingdom’
Paramount Pictures has picked up the spec script Northeast Kingdom from screenwriter-on-the-rise Alex R. Johnson. Platinum Dunes is on board to produce the action thriller which Johnson will also direct. (TB)