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Going in Style
Directed byZach Braff
Written byTheodore Melfi
Produced byDonald De Line
Starring
CinematographyRodney Charters
Edited byMyron I. Kerstein
Music byRob Simonsen
Distributed byWarner Bros. Pictures
Release date
  • April 7, 2017 (2017-04-07)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Going in Style is an upcoming American heist comedy film based on the 1979 film of the same name, directed by Zach Braff, written by Theodore Melfi, and stars Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Alan Arkin, Joey King, Matt Dillon and Ann-Margret. The film is scheduled to be released on April 7, 2017.

Cast

Production

On October 12, 2012, it was announced that New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. were developing a remake of 1979 heist comedy film Going in Style, with Theodore Melfi set to write the script.[7] Donald De Line was on board to produce the film with Tony Bill, producer of the original film, as executive producer.[7] On January 9, 2013, Don Scardino was hired to direct the film.[8] On September 19, 2013, Melfi, who wrote the script was in talks to direct the film.[9] On November 19, 2014, it was revealed that Zach Braff was in talks with the studio to direct the film, however he was not officially offered yet.[10] On November 19, 2014, it was announced that Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine were cast in the film to play the lead roles, while Dustin Hoffman was in talks to join them.[1] On April 9, 2015, Alan Arkin joined the cast of the film to complete the lead cast of three.[3] On August 3, 2015, Joey King joined the cast of the film to play Caine's character's granddaughter.[4] On August 10, 2015, Matt Dillon was added to the cast to play an FBI Agent named Hamer, pursuing the three elderly lifelong friends and robbers.[5] The same day, Ann-Margret was cast in the film for an unspecified role.[6]

Principal photography on the film began in Brooklyn, New York City on August 3, 2015.[3][11] Filming also took place in Astoria, Queens.[12][13]

Release

Going in Style is scheduled for an April 7, 2017 release,[14] which Warner Bros moved from the May 6, 2016 date.[15]

References

  1. ^ a b c McNary, Dave (November 19, 2014). "Dustin Hoffman in Talks to Join Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine in 'Going in Style' (EXCLUSIVE)". variety.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g "Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Alan Arkin star in 'Going in Style'". The Philippine Star. 13 August 2015. Retrieved 15 November 2015. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  3. ^ a b c McNary, Dave (April 9, 2015). "Alan Arkin Joins Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine in 'Going in Style' (EXCLUSIVE)". variety.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  4. ^ a b Lloyd, Kenji (August 3, 2015). "Joey King Joins Zach Braff's Going in Style, Production Begins Wednesday". finalreel.co.uk. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  5. ^ a b Fleming Jr, Mike (August 10, 2015). "Matt Dillon To Chase Retired Robbers In 'Going In Style' Remake". deadline.com. Retrieved August 11, 2015.
  6. ^ a b Sneider, Jeff (August 10, 2015). "Ann-Margret Returns to Big Screen in Zach Braff's 'Going in Style' Remake (Exclusive)". thewrap.com. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
  7. ^ a b Kit, Borys (October 12, 2012). "New Line Remaking 1979 George Burns Film 'Going In Style' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  8. ^ Kit, Borys (January 9, 2013). "'Burt Wonderstone' Director Tapped for 'Going in Style' Remake". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  9. ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (September 19, 2013). "New Line In Talks With Ted Melfi To Helm 'Going In Style' Heist Remake". deadline.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  10. ^ Ge, Linda (November 19, 2014). "Zach Braff in Talks to Direct 'Going In Style' Remake". thewrap.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  11. ^ "On the Set for 7/31/15: Chris Pratt Wraps 'Magnificent Seven', Dwayne Johnson Completes 'Central Intelligence', Chris Hemsworth Finishes 'The Huntsman'". ssninsider.com. July 31, 2015. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  12. ^ "Morgan Freeman's 'Going in Style' Casting Call for Teen Actors". projectcasting.com. July 28, 2015. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
  13. ^ "Christopher Lloyd, Morgan Freeman, Michael Cane spotted on the set of 'Going in Style'". onlocationvacations.com. August 31, 2015. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
  14. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 8, 2016). "Warner Bros. Shifts Release Dates For 'The Accountant', 'Going In Style' & 'The House'". Deadline. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  15. ^ Pedersen, Erik (May 27, 2015). "Warner Bros Dates Catnapping Pic 'Keanu' & 'Going In Style' Remake For 2016". deadline.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
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