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The Return of the Rocketeer: With David Oyelowo, Justin Nelson. Plot unknown. Described as a reboot sequel to Disney's 1991 film, 'The Rocketeer'.
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is an upcoming superhero film based on then the comic book character, the Rocketeer created by Dave Stevens, and a reboot of the 1991 film, The Rocketeer. Written by Ed Ricourt, the film is set to release on Disney+.
While developing The Rocketeer, screenwriters Danny Bilson and Paul De Meo, as well as The Rocketeer's creator Dave Stevens, saw the film as the first entry in a trilogy, while Disney hoped the film to start on a franchise in a similar vein to the Indiana Jones franchise. Star Billy Campbell was set to reprise his role as Cliff Secord in two sequels, while Jennifer Connelly was set to reprise her role as Jenny Blake in one sequel. However, plans for any sequel were halted after the film became a financial disappointment and, according to Stevens, tense relationships between director Joe Johnston and Disney.
On August 3, 2012, it was reported that a remake of The Rocketeer was in development at Disney.
On February 8, 2020, Azia Squire was revealed to have written a new draft for the film, while J. D. Dillard expressed interest in directing the film. It was announced to be in development for Disney+.
It was announced in August 2021 that Disney+ had restarted development of a rebooted film based on the character. Ed Ricourt was hired to write the screenplay while husband and wife duo David and Jessica Oyelowo were set as a producers alongside Taylor as part of a producing deal between their company, Yoruba Saxon, and Disney. David is also being considered to star in the title role.
Dec 24, 2023 · Summary. The Rocketeer 2 is confirmed to be in development, bringing hope to fans of the cult classic. Producer/star David Oyelowo is actively involved in the progress of The Return of the Rocketeer. The sequel will continue the original story but with a new twist, featuring a former Tuskegee Airman as the protagonist.
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Sep 11, 2021 · According to Deadline, "The Return of the Rocketeer" will have an all-new creative directive, with Ricourt’s story focusing on a retired Tuskegee Airman who takes up the Rocketeer mantle.
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Aug 30, 2021 · David and Jessica Oyelowo are set to produce Walt Disney‘s reboot of the 1991 action-adventure movie The Rocketeer. The sequel The Return of The Rocketeer will be produced by the...
Aug 30, 2021 · The Return of the Rocketeer will have an all-new creative directive, with Ricourt’s story focusing on a retired Tuskegee airman who takes up the Rocketeer mantle.
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Aug 31, 2021 · Thankfully, in a surprise move, Golden Globe-nominated actor David Oyelowo has swooped in to save the day with a sequel to The Rocketeer titled The Return of the Rocketeer, which will debut on...
