24 movie still on; filming starting in the next year

The 24 movie has been on a pretty tumultuous path since it was first announced, leaving all of us wondering if the film will actually even happen. The recent news that screenwriter Billy Ray’s script had been rejected by the studio didn’t help the case. It seems that hasn’t stopped the movie yet, and they are still hard at work trying to bring Jack Bauer to the big screen.

This update comes directly from Jack himself, Kiefer Sutherland, and you can check it out after the break. Continue reading “24 movie still on; filming starting in the next year” →

"24" film script rejected

Sorry, all you 24 fans out there, the film version of your beloved series might take a little bit longer than you were expecting to hit the big screen. The project, which seemed to be on the fast track after the show’s cancellation, seems to have hit a standstill.

Back in March we got word from Jack Bauer himself, Kiefer Sutherland, that the script to the film had been completed. That’s why it came as a shock when word got out today that the first version of the script has been rejected.

This news come from Assignment X, who convinced 24 executive producer, Howard Gordon, to reveal a little bit about the upcoming film. He then revealed that they felt Billy Ray’s script wasn’t up to snuff. He also revealed that though he is not involved with the project currently, director Tony Scott has a couple ideas for the film. Continue reading “"24" film script rejected” →

24 the movie has acquired a screenwriter

24 has been on the air for eight action packed seasons so far, and still brings in a very large audience. The real-time format of the show is such an intriguing idea for television, and really sets the show apart from the rest. As of now, the show isn’t signed for a ninth season and many are speculating the delay is because of the long rumored film adaptation. Many fans wonder if the hit show would transition well to film, Fox has hired a screenwriter to reassure them it would. Continue reading “24 the movie has acquired a screenwriter” →