A couple of interesting tidbits on the much-sought-after Arrested Development movie:
- Cinematical reports Series creator Mitch Hurwitz was out promoting his new animated show Sit Down, Shut Up and he provided a much-needed update with regards to a big-screen Arrested Development outing. Hurwitz says, “We want to do it, we have a deal more or less in place from Fox Searchlight, and we’re kind of getting all the actors on board.” Here’s what Hurwitz and the gang have planned plot-wise for the film: “We have a story, which is basically Valkyrie meets Hotel for Dogs.”
- ReelMovieNews reports when asked about Cera’s status for the film, Arrested Development creator Mitch Hurwitz told E! Online that he hopes George-Michael Bluth can be a part of the movie, as he’s “just trying to get all the actors on board.” Jason Bateman talked about Cera; “I know he’s thinking about it and we’re all awaiting some finality to all of that so Mitch can get writing. You’d have to get [Michael] on the phone to get his answer about whether he’s going to come back and do it or not,” Bateman said. “He’s certainly not said that he won’t do it. I think Michael is clearly the guy that has come out of Arrested Development with a very big plate, so I think he’s trying to really give some responsible thought to what makes sense for him to do with his career. The guy is 20 years old and I’m sure he doesn’t want to screw up this opportunity.”
- An Arrested Development Documentary is also in the works, by Los Angeles super fans Neil + Jeff. Their website explains: ” The overall goal of the documentary is to provide awareness and education of this brilliant, witty and original comedy. We are looking to interview viewers, cast, crew and any other industry figures that are fans or critics of the show.” It comes out this summer. Here is a preview:
- Movieweb reports Hurwtiz’s new show, the animated comedy, Sit Down, Shut Up is joining the Sunday Animation Domination lineup, premieres Sunday, April 19 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. It focuses on the dysfunctional faculty and staff at a high school in a small Florida fishing town as they strive to do anything…but teach. It’s based on the hit live-action Australian series with animation set against a live-action backdrop, the series lampoons modern society while exposing the dreams, flaws and struggling humanity of our first and most formative authority figures: teachers. The series features a dream team cast of voice talent including Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Will Forte, Tom Kenny, Nick Kroll, Cheri Oteri, Kenan Thompson and Henry Winkler.
- David Cross explains why AD was canceled in 30 seconds:
So it looks like they do have a deal in place, but the obvious joke means no solid screenplay yet, or they just don’t want to reveal it. Let’s hope Cera makes his decision and gets the ball rolling on the film. The documentary looks interesting and I look forward to Sit Down, Shut Up.
What do you think of all this AD news?