20th Century Studios is readying a new Master and Commander movie based upon author Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey-Maturin historical nautical adventure book series, and has set Patrick Ness (A Monster Calls) to write the script. Director Peter Weir previously brought the books to life with 2003’s Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, which […]
Russell Crowe wants to set sail with Master and Commander sequel
When The Truman Show director Peter Weir launched Master and Commander back in 2003, it was to be the first voyage of many, with a post-Gladiator Russell Crowe captaining a franchise based on Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey Maturin novels. Unfortunately, despite positive reviews, the $93 million domestic gross against a $150 million budget meant that 20th Century Fox […]