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| Untitled Chris Farley biopic | |
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| Directed by | Josh Gad |
| Screenplay by | |
| Based on | The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts by
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| Produced by | Lorne Michaels |
| Starring | Paul Walter Hauser |
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| Distributed by | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
An untitled, upcoming American biographical dramedy film is in development about the comedian Chris Farley portrayed by Paul Walter Hauser. The film is directed by Josh Gad from a screenplay by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber. The film is based on The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts by Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby and is produced by Lorne Michaels.
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editIn April 2024, a biographical film based on The Chris Farley Show: A Biography in Three Acts by Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby was revealed to be in development as it sought buyers. The package had a screenplay adapted by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber and included Paul Walter Hauser starring as Farley, Josh Gad directing, and Lorne Michaels producing.[1] Later that month, it was reported that New Line Cinema had emerged as the frontrunner to acquire rights to the film; the deal was confirmed a few days later, with the studio acquiring the project for $2.5 million.[2][3]
References
edit- ^ Kroll, Justin (April 12, 2024). "Chris Farley Biopic Package Heats Up Market With Paul Walter Hauser Playing Legendary Comic & Josh Gad Directing". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Fleming Jr., Mike; D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 25, 2024). "New Line Front-Runner To Land Chris Farley Biopic Package Starring Paul Walter Hauser With Josh Gad Directing: The Dish". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (April 30, 2024). "'Avengelyne' Package To Warner Bros With Margot Robbie, Olivia Wilde, Simon Kinberg; 'Poor Things' Tony McNamara To Adapt 'Deadpool' Creator Rob Liefeld Comic Book". Deadline Hollywood.