Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley Set to Direct Sony's 'Renegades' Action-Thriller
The longtime directing duo will helm the adaptation of Will Simmons' short story, with Simmons attached to write the screenplay.
“Plot details for the project, described as an action-thriller, are under wraps.”
- Director
- Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley
- Genre
- Action-Thriller
Sony Pictures has acquired the rights to adapt the short story "Renegades" into a feature film, with Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley set to direct, according to Deadline.
The project, described as an action-thriller, is based on a story by writer Will Simmons, who is also attached to adapt it for the screen.
Who is producing the film?
Hutch Parker will produce the Renegades adaptation under his deal at Sony Pictures. Parker's previous producing credits include the Venom and X-Men franchises.
What is known about the plot?
Specific plot details for the film are currently being kept under wraps.
Screenwriter Simmons has a history of adapting projects for studios. He previously adapted the graphic novel "Hardcore" for Universal and sold his original short story "Caliber" to Sony.
Goldstein and Daley, longtime filmmaking partners, are currently developing the next Star Trek film for Paramount. Their most recent directorial effort was "Mayday," which streams on Apple TV. The duo is also known for writing and directing "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" and "Game Night."
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