Fatman (2020 film)
| Fatman | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Eshom Nelms Ian Nelms |
| Starring | Mel Gibson |
| Cinematography | Johnny Derango |
Production companies | Fortitude International Mammoth Entertainment Rough House Pictures Sprockefeller Pictures |
| Country | United States |
Fatman is an upcoming American comedy film written and directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms and starring Mel Gibson.[1] David Gordon Green and Danny McBride serve as executive producers of the film.[2]
Cast
- Mel Gibson as Chris Cringle, an unorthodox Santa Claus[3]
- Walton Goggins as Skinny Man, a hitman who works in a toy store[4]
- Marianne Jean-Baptiste
Production
On May 8, 2019, it was announced that Gibson would play Santa Claus in the film.[3][5] On January 29, 2020, it was announced that Walton Goggins was cast in the film.[4] On February 3, 2020, it was announced that Marianne Jean-Baptiste joined the cast of the film.[6]
Principal photography occurred in Ottawa on February 2020.[7]
References
- ^ Armitage, Helen (9 May 2019). "Mel Gibson to Play Santa Claus in Dark Comedy Fatman". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ McNary, Dave (8 May 2019). "Mel Gibson to Star as Santa Claus in 'Fatman' Comedy". Variety (magazine). Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ a b Ritman, Alex (8 May 2019). "Mel Gibson to Play Rowdy Santa Claus in 'Fatman'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ a b Hipes, Patrick (29 January 2020). "Walton Goggins To Star Alongside Mel Gibson In 'Fatman'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (8 May 2019). "Mel Gibson Suits Up To Play Santa Claus In Action Comedy 'Fatman' – Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ N'Duka, Amanda (3 February 2020). "'Homecoming' Actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste Joins Mel Gibson & Walton Goggins In Dark Comedy 'Fatman'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- ^ Furdyk, Brent (18 February 2020). "Mel Gibson Trends On Twitter When The Bushy-Bearded Star Is Spotted At An Ottawa Senators Game". Entertainment Tonight Canada. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
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