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Jack Black eyed for Jumanji remake opposite Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart

May 12, 2016 by Scott J. Davis

After starring in another fantasy book adaptation last year in Goosebumps, The Wrap is reporting that Jack Black may soon be playing a game of Jumanji in Sony’s remake of the 1995 film. Jake Kasdan, who directed Black in comedy Orange County, is helming the new version of the film which has Dwayne Johnson locked in as the lead. […]

Filed Under: Movies, News, Scott Davis Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Jumanji, Robin Williams

Dwayne Johnson says 2017’s Jumanji remake will “honor” Robin Williams

May 10, 2016 by Justin Cook

While it was probably difficult for Dwayne Johnson to accept the lead role in 2017’s Jumanji reboot, considering how the very idea of following in the footsteps of the late great Robin Williams, who starred in the original 1995 film, is a daunting undertaking, it may be even tougher for audiences to get on board […]

Filed Under: Justin Cook, Movies, News Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, Jumanji, Kevin Hart, Robin Williams

Dwayne Johnson confirms that Jumanji is a sequel rather than a remake

August 21, 2016 by Gary Collinson

With filming on Fast 8 wrapping, Dwayne Johnson is now gearing up to go into production on Jumanji, and The Rock has taken to Instgram to clarify that the movie is not a reboot, but rather a sequel to the original 1995 film starring the late Robin Williams. “In two weeks I’ll reunite with ol’ […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, Jumanji

Dwayne Johnson to headline Shane Black’s Doc Savage movie

May 30, 2016 by Gary Collinson

Back in 2013 it was announced that Shane Black (Iron Man 3, The Nice Guys) was developing a movie based around the classic pulp adventurer Doc Savage, and now he’s found his lead in the insanely busy Dwayne Johnson. “For all comic book fans you already know the world’s first superhero (pre-dating Superman) is the […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Doc Savage, Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson lost out on Jack Reacher role to Tom Cruise

April 14, 2017 by Samuel Brace

It has been revealed that Dwayne Johnson auditioned for Jack Reacher but eventually lost out to Tom Cruise. Dwayne Johnson, a.k.a. former pro wrestler The Rock, has had quite the career, becoming more and more of a star with each passing year. And it turns out, about ten years ago, the actor had a chance […]

Filed Under: Movies, News, Samuel Brace Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, Jack Reacher

Dwayne Johnson to take a Jungle Cruise with Disney

April 9, 2017 by Gary Collinson

While he’s been attached to the project for a couple of years, THR is reporting that Dwayne Johnson has now officially closed a deal to star in Disney’s Jungle Cruise, based upon the company’s iconic theme park ride. He will also produce with Dany Garcia, his ex-wife, manager and producing partner. Disney has been developing […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, Jungle Cruise

Dwayne Johnson named highest-paid actor in the world

July 14, 2016 by Gary Collinson

He was the highest-grossing star of 2015, and now Dwayne Johnson – and his bank balance – have another reason to celebrate, as the former WWE star has been named by Forbes as the world’s highest paid actor, having made $64.5 million in the past year. “Receiving news like this will always serve as my […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson gives an update on Shazam

March 24, 2015 by Gary Collinson

A few days ago Dwayne Johnson shared some thoughts on his role as Black Adam in Warner Bros.’ Shazam movie and the possibility of the character joining the Justice League at some point in the future, and now the Furious 7 star has offered up another update on the progress of the 2019 DC feature […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: DC, DC Extended Universe, Dwayne Johnson, Shazam

Dwayne Johnson talks Black Adam role in Shazam, and squaring off against Batman and Superman

February 11, 2015 by Gary Collinson

Speaking to Total Film in the latest issue of the magazine (via GamesRadar), Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has been discussing his upcoming role as Black Adam in Warner Bros.’ 2019 DC movie Shazam!, and eventually squaring off against the likes of Batman and Superman. “I think Black Adam is going to grow into becoming an […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: DC, DC Extended Universe, Dwayne Johnson, Shazam

Universal reportedly wants Dwayne Johnson to play The Wolf Man

June 24, 2016 by Gary Collinson

With Universal gearing up to launch its Classic Monsters universe, Deadline is reporting that the studio is looking to bring Dwayne Johnson into the fold, with the actor rumoured to be wanted for the lead in The Wolf Man. The Wolf Man was released in 1941 and starred Lon Chaney, Jr. as the titular werewolf, with […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Dwayne Johnson, The Wolf Man, Universal Monsters

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