Are you ready to go back to the beach?
Fox sure is.
On Monday, the network confirmed a reboot of the iconic 1989-2001 series is in the works.
The project already has a showrunner attached in Lara Olsen – best known for Netflix’s brilliant but canceled Spinning Out.
There will also be some creatives from the original series along to tackle this new wave.
Original creators Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, and Gregory J. Bonann have all scored executive producer credits for the one-hour drama.
What is the Baywatch reboot about?
The updated Baywatch features “daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back, along with a whole new generation of Baywatch lifeguards,” according to the official logline.
These new lifeguards “navigate complicated, messy personal lives in this action-packed reboot that demonstrates there’s the family you’re born into and the family you find.”
Fox previously found...
Fox sure is.
On Monday, the network confirmed a reboot of the iconic 1989-2001 series is in the works.
The project already has a showrunner attached in Lara Olsen – best known for Netflix’s brilliant but canceled Spinning Out.
There will also be some creatives from the original series along to tackle this new wave.
Original creators Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, and Gregory J. Bonann have all scored executive producer credits for the one-hour drama.
What is the Baywatch reboot about?
The updated Baywatch features “daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back, along with a whole new generation of Baywatch lifeguards,” according to the official logline.
These new lifeguards “navigate complicated, messy personal lives in this action-packed reboot that demonstrates there’s the family you’re born into and the family you find.”
Fox previously found...
- 3/4/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
Get ready for a slo-mo run down the beach: Baywatch is back. Fox is officially rebooting the lifeguard drama, with the production company Fremantle tasked with bringing it back to life. Laura Olsen of Spinning Out will serve as showrunner for the new Baywatch, per Variety. The new logline calls it an “action-packed reboot” about found family. It reads: “Daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back, along with a whole new generation of Baywatch lifeguards, who navigate complicated, messy personal lives in this action-packed reboot that demonstrates there’s the family you’re born into and the family you find.” The original Baywatch was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann, who will serve as executive producers on this new series along with Olsen. The series is billed as an hour-long drama. See the new key art below. Fremantle The original Baywatch starred David Hasselhoff,...
- 3/4/2024
- TV Insider
Slow-motion isn’t just for Zack Snyder films anymore! A Baywatch reboot is in the works at Fox, and the beach will never be the same again! Fox is requesting a sizable script and a penalty deal for the time-honored (and arguably horny) lifeguard drama, with Fremantle and Fox Entertainment co-producing.
We’ve known about a Baywatch reboot since April when Deadline reported Fremantle’s desire to bring fun in the sun back to televisions. At the time, Fox was developing another lifeguard drama, Rescue: Hi-Surf, from John Wells Productions. Rescue, a co-production between Warner Bros. TV and Fox Entertainment, is still going forward, with a fall 2024 launch as the project’s window. Regardless of prepping Rescue: Hi-Surf, Fox is ready to hit the sands with more than one lifeguard drama, hence the Baywatch reboot.
The new “action-packed” Baywatch reboots hails from writer and showrunner Lara Olsen. According to Deadline‘s description,...
We’ve known about a Baywatch reboot since April when Deadline reported Fremantle’s desire to bring fun in the sun back to televisions. At the time, Fox was developing another lifeguard drama, Rescue: Hi-Surf, from John Wells Productions. Rescue, a co-production between Warner Bros. TV and Fox Entertainment, is still going forward, with a fall 2024 launch as the project’s window. Regardless of prepping Rescue: Hi-Surf, Fox is ready to hit the sands with more than one lifeguard drama, hence the Baywatch reboot.
The new “action-packed” Baywatch reboots hails from writer and showrunner Lara Olsen. According to Deadline‘s description,...
- 3/4/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
A beach off is brewing at Fox.
The network on Monday announced that it is developing a reboot of Baywatch, the classic ’90s syndicated romp that starred David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson.
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Fox has thus far only ordered a pilot script, to be penned by 90210 (the CW reboot) and Reign scribe Lara Olsen.
In the new iteration, “Daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back,...
The network on Monday announced that it is developing a reboot of Baywatch, the classic ’90s syndicated romp that starred David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson.
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Fox has thus far only ordered a pilot script, to be penned by 90210 (the CW reboot) and Reign scribe Lara Olsen.
In the new iteration, “Daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back,...
- 3/4/2024
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Like the end of a slo-mo music montage on the beach, “Baywatch” reboot has found a home: Fox has closed on a script+penalty deal for a new version of the long-running surf-sand-and-saviors series from Fremantle.
Fox and Fremantle have tapped Lara Olsen (“Spinning Out”) to serve as showrunner for the new “Baywatch,” which was originally created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann. Starring David Hasselhoff, “Baywatch” originally ran from 1989 to 1999 and then was retooled as “Baywatch: Hawaii” from 1999 to 2001.
Olsen, Berk, Bonann and Schwartz will serve as exec producers on the one-hour drama, which comes from both Fremantle and Fox Entertainment. Here’s the new logline: “Daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back, along with a whole new generation of Baywatch lifeguards, who navigate complicated, messy personal lives in this action-packed reboot that demonstrates there’s the family you’re born...
Fox and Fremantle have tapped Lara Olsen (“Spinning Out”) to serve as showrunner for the new “Baywatch,” which was originally created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann. Starring David Hasselhoff, “Baywatch” originally ran from 1989 to 1999 and then was retooled as “Baywatch: Hawaii” from 1999 to 2001.
Olsen, Berk, Bonann and Schwartz will serve as exec producers on the one-hour drama, which comes from both Fremantle and Fox Entertainment. Here’s the new logline: “Daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back, along with a whole new generation of Baywatch lifeguards, who navigate complicated, messy personal lives in this action-packed reboot that demonstrates there’s the family you’re born...
- 3/4/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Fox is doubling down on lifeguard dramas with a significant script plus penalty commitment to Baywatch, a reboot of the classic beach series. The new iteration is a co-production between Fremantle and Fox Entertainment.
Deadline revealed exclusively last April that Fremantle was working on a Baywatch remake. At the time, Fox already had started conversations with the indie studio for the potential series while also developing another lifeguard drama franchise, Rescue: Hi-Surf, from John Wells Prods. The latter, a co-production between Warner Bros. TV and Fox Entertainment, was subsequently picked up to series for the 2023-24 season; it is now on track for a fall 2024 launch due to strike-related delays.
Meanwhile, Fox remained interested in Baywatch, potentially as a summer series.
The new “action-packed” Baywatch reboot is written by Lara Olsen who will serve as showrunner. In it, daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back,...
Deadline revealed exclusively last April that Fremantle was working on a Baywatch remake. At the time, Fox already had started conversations with the indie studio for the potential series while also developing another lifeguard drama franchise, Rescue: Hi-Surf, from John Wells Prods. The latter, a co-production between Warner Bros. TV and Fox Entertainment, was subsequently picked up to series for the 2023-24 season; it is now on track for a fall 2024 launch due to strike-related delays.
Meanwhile, Fox remained interested in Baywatch, potentially as a summer series.
The new “action-packed” Baywatch reboot is written by Lara Olsen who will serve as showrunner. In it, daring ocean rescues, pristine beaches, and iconic red bathing suits are back,...
- 3/4/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: A collection of industry professionals are set to gather at the Skybar in LA’s Mondrian Hotel for what has been described as a fundraising “night of solidarity” organized by InfoList founder Jeff Gund in support of the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes.
The fundraising event, which will see a portion of proceeds go to strike funds, will take place on September 14 and will aim to raise awareness and funds for striking SAG-AFTRA and WGA members, organizers have said.
According to organizers, industry set to attend include SAG-AFTRA negotiation committee member Nicole Cyrille, Ilya Salkind (exec producer of the Superman franchise), film exec Richard Walters (Whiplash), Larry Namer (co-founder of E! Entertainment Television), and Michael Berk (creator of Baywatch).
Deadline has asked what percentage of the proceeds will go to the strike funds.
“I wanted to create an evening where writers, actors, and the whole industry can not only...
The fundraising event, which will see a portion of proceeds go to strike funds, will take place on September 14 and will aim to raise awareness and funds for striking SAG-AFTRA and WGA members, organizers have said.
According to organizers, industry set to attend include SAG-AFTRA negotiation committee member Nicole Cyrille, Ilya Salkind (exec producer of the Superman franchise), film exec Richard Walters (Whiplash), Larry Namer (co-founder of E! Entertainment Television), and Michael Berk (creator of Baywatch).
Deadline has asked what percentage of the proceeds will go to the strike funds.
“I wanted to create an evening where writers, actors, and the whole industry can not only...
- 9/8/2023
- by Zac Ntim and Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Time to suit up and head back to the beach! Deadline reports that Fremantle is developing a reboot of Baywatch, the classic 90s action drama which starred David Hasselhoff, Pamela Anderson, and more.
It’s still early days as no creatives are attached to the Baywatch reboot, but Fremantle has had early talks with networks and streaming services about the project. Baywatch was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann, and followed a group of lifeguards who patrolled the beaches of LA County. The show was originally produced for NBC but was cancelled after just one season. The producers believed in the series enough that they bought back the rights and produced a syndicated version of the series. The bet paid off big time as Baywatch became one of the most-watched shows in the world and ran for ten more seasons. The show also spawned a spinoff series,...
It’s still early days as no creatives are attached to the Baywatch reboot, but Fremantle has had early talks with networks and streaming services about the project. Baywatch was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann, and followed a group of lifeguards who patrolled the beaches of LA County. The show was originally produced for NBC but was cancelled after just one season. The producers believed in the series enough that they bought back the rights and produced a syndicated version of the series. The bet paid off big time as Baywatch became one of the most-watched shows in the world and ran for ten more seasons. The show also spawned a spinoff series,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Baywatch could be heading back to the small screen.
Deadline understands that Fremantle has been developing a reboot of the classic beach drama series and has held early talks with a number of broadcasters and streamers.
The move would bring back one of the biggest shows of the late 1980s and 1990s as the trend towards rebooting classic IP continues. There are currently no creatives attached to the reboot.
The series made international stars of the likes of David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson.
Created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann, the series followed a group of lifeguards who patrolled the beaches of LA County. Originally produced by Gannett for NBC, the show was canceled after one season.
However, the Baywatch producers bought back the rights and produced a syndicated version with All American Television with the help of financing from German distributor Beta Taurus, part of...
Deadline understands that Fremantle has been developing a reboot of the classic beach drama series and has held early talks with a number of broadcasters and streamers.
The move would bring back one of the biggest shows of the late 1980s and 1990s as the trend towards rebooting classic IP continues. There are currently no creatives attached to the reboot.
The series made international stars of the likes of David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson.
Created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Gregory J. Bonann, the series followed a group of lifeguards who patrolled the beaches of LA County. Originally produced by Gannett for NBC, the show was canceled after one season.
However, the Baywatch producers bought back the rights and produced a syndicated version with All American Television with the help of financing from German distributor Beta Taurus, part of...
- 4/14/2023
- by Peter White and Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
AFI Fest said Friday that I Am Not Alone, Garin Hovannisian’s documentary about the 2018 Armenian revolution, won this year’s feature film Audience Award, topping the list of prizes given for the annual festival that wrapped its run last night in Hollywood.
The festival also said today that it will hold its 2020 edition next October 15-22.
Among the winners unveiled today were Sonia K. Hadad’s Exam, which took the Grand Jury Prize in the Live Action Short category, while Niki Lindroth von Bahr’s Something to Remember won the Grand Jury Prize for Animated Short. The wins make both films Oscar-eligible in those categories.
The festival’s documentary competition resulted in a tie, with Grand Jury prizes going to Sophia Nahil Allison’s A Love Song for Latasha and Elivia Shaw’s The Clinic.
Here’s the list of winners:
Audience Award – Feature
I Am Not Alone
(Dir...
The festival also said today that it will hold its 2020 edition next October 15-22.
Among the winners unveiled today were Sonia K. Hadad’s Exam, which took the Grand Jury Prize in the Live Action Short category, while Niki Lindroth von Bahr’s Something to Remember won the Grand Jury Prize for Animated Short. The wins make both films Oscar-eligible in those categories.
The festival’s documentary competition resulted in a tie, with Grand Jury prizes going to Sophia Nahil Allison’s A Love Song for Latasha and Elivia Shaw’s The Clinic.
Here’s the list of winners:
Audience Award – Feature
I Am Not Alone
(Dir...
- 11/22/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Lifeguard drama Baywatch is coming back to television screens around the world. FremantleMedia International has remastered the David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson-fronted series into HD and will start shopping it to global broadcasters, while also eyeing a new reboot of the franchise.
The Rtl-owned producer and distributor has remastered all 242 episodes of the show into high definition, as well as introducing contemporary songs and moving it from 4:3 to 16:9 to try and attract the attention of a new generation of fans.
FremantleMedia International COO Bob McCourt told Deadline that despite the mixed reviews of the Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron-fronted 2017 feature film, the big-screen attempt rejuvenated the brand and encouraged the company to update the original 35Mm prints of the series. Overseen by original Baywatch producers Michael Berk, Greg Bonann and Doug Schwartz, the company worked with two post-production companies, Warner Bros and Illuminate, to...
The Rtl-owned producer and distributor has remastered all 242 episodes of the show into high definition, as well as introducing contemporary songs and moving it from 4:3 to 16:9 to try and attract the attention of a new generation of fans.
FremantleMedia International COO Bob McCourt told Deadline that despite the mixed reviews of the Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron-fronted 2017 feature film, the big-screen attempt rejuvenated the brand and encouraged the company to update the original 35Mm prints of the series. Overseen by original Baywatch producers Michael Berk, Greg Bonann and Doug Schwartz, the company worked with two post-production companies, Warner Bros and Illuminate, to...
- 8/6/2018
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
We’re not sure exactly when David Hasselhoff moved into the space celebrity space as William Shatner, but he has now become a meta celebrity as witnessed by his Guardians of the Galaxy music video and now as the subject of the film Killing Hasselhoff, out Tuesday.
Ken Jeong (The Hangover, Ride Along 2) and David Hasselhoff (Baywatch, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2) star in the outrageous comedy, Killing Hasselhoff, available on DVD and Digital on August 29 from Uphe Content Group. Or, you can win a copy of the DVD courtesy of our friends at Uphe. All you need to do is give us an inventive way you would kill David Hasselhoff and explain why he must die. We want your entries no later than 11:59 p.m., Friday, September 1. The contest is open to North American readers only and the decision of ComicMix‘s judges will be final.
Ken Jeong (The Hangover, Ride Along 2) and David Hasselhoff (Baywatch, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2) star in the outrageous comedy, Killing Hasselhoff, available on DVD and Digital on August 29 from Uphe Content Group. Or, you can win a copy of the DVD courtesy of our friends at Uphe. All you need to do is give us an inventive way you would kill David Hasselhoff and explain why he must die. We want your entries no later than 11:59 p.m., Friday, September 1. The contest is open to North American readers only and the decision of ComicMix‘s judges will be final.
- 8/25/2017
- by Robert Greenberger
- Comicmix.com
Universal City, California, July 11, 2017 – Ken Jeong (The Hangover, Ride Along 2) and David Hasselhoff (Baywatch, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2) star in the most hilarious and outrageous come :lol: dy of the year, Killing Hasselhoff, available on DVD and Digital on August 29, 2017 from Uphe Content Group. Co-produced by the team behind 2017’s Baywatch and David Hasselhoff himself, the laugh-out-loud movie is packed with a host of celebrity cameos including comedian Howie Mandel (America’s Got Talent, Deal or No Deal), musician Kid Cudi, and The Hoff’s original Baywatch partner in life-saving crime, Gena Lee Nolin (Baywatch, Sheena). Rounding out the cast is Jon Lovitz (The Ridiculous Six, Grown Ups 2), Rhys Darby (Flight of the Conchords, The Boat That Rocked) and Jim Jefferies (Tainted Love, Legit).
What started out as a regular week quickly turns into the worst few days of his life when Chris (Jeong), a struggling nightclub owner,...
What started out as a regular week quickly turns into the worst few days of his life when Chris (Jeong), a struggling nightclub owner,...
- 7/13/2017
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
Seth Rogen and wife Lauren Miller Rogen's Hilarity for Charity held its third annual Hilarity for Charity Variety Show at New York City's Webster Hall on June 9, raising nearly $400,000 to fund free in-home care for struggling families with Alzheimer's Disease. The Neighbors star was also joined by comedy pals Amy Schumer, Colin Jost and Jim Gaffigan, who turned out to support the cause by taking to the stage to perform stand-up routines. Later in the night, Seth welcomed fellow funnyman Paul Rudd to the stage -- together raising over $32,000 through audience text donations.
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Meanwhile, "Forever" singer Chris Brown attended the premiere of his new documentary, Chris Brown: Welcome to My Life, chronicling the songwriter's roller-coaster career and life at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. The film, produced by Riveting Entertainment, also features interviews with family members, friends and supporters, including Usher, DJ Khaled, Mary J. Blige, [link...
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Meanwhile, "Forever" singer Chris Brown attended the premiere of his new documentary, Chris Brown: Welcome to My Life, chronicling the songwriter's roller-coaster career and life at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. The film, produced by Riveting Entertainment, also features interviews with family members, friends and supporters, including Usher, DJ Khaled, Mary J. Blige, [link...
- 6/10/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Gregory Bonann was a lifeguard at Will Rogers State Beach in 1977 when he helped two children who were caught in a riptide. That rescue would ultimately change his life – and the face of television, setting the stage for the eventual “Baywatch” juggernaut.
Now, with the new feature adaptation of “Baywatch” in theaters this weekend, it’s time to revisit the unusual story of how the lifeguard show made it on the air – ultimately producing 242 episodes before ending its run in 2001.
It all started because it turns out Bonnan had saved the children of Stu Erwin, an executive at Mtm – the independent production company behind series like “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “The Bob Newhart Show,” and run by legendary exec Grant Tinker.
While visiting Mtm’s offices in Studio City, Bonann pitched Erwin on a drama about lifeguards. The company passed, but Bonann took the opportunity to learn all about the TV biz.
Now, with the new feature adaptation of “Baywatch” in theaters this weekend, it’s time to revisit the unusual story of how the lifeguard show made it on the air – ultimately producing 242 episodes before ending its run in 2001.
It all started because it turns out Bonnan had saved the children of Stu Erwin, an executive at Mtm – the independent production company behind series like “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “The Bob Newhart Show,” and run by legendary exec Grant Tinker.
While visiting Mtm’s offices in Studio City, Bonann pitched Erwin on a drama about lifeguards. The company passed, but Bonann took the opportunity to learn all about the TV biz.
- 5/28/2017
- by Michael Schneider
- Indiewire
Zac Efron, Alexandra Daddario and Dwayne Johnson have snagged leads in the upcoming “Baywatch” movie, but an original casting idea for the TV series would have seen an even bigger star slip into one of those famous red swimsuits.
Read More: Priyanka Chopra Fans Upset She’s Not Featured On First ‘Baywatch’ Poster: ‘They Always Leave Out The Asian’
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, original “Baywatch” producers Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz spilled a particularly juicy set secret: A young Leonardo DiCaprio was almost cast as David Hasselhoff’s son.
“We actually had DiCaprio ready to be cast,” Berk told THR, “But David thought he was too old to play his son.”
According to Schwartz, Hasselhoff thought DiCaprio’s casting would make him look older. “He had a lot of concerns of that type,” Schwartz admitted. Jeremy Jackson, six years Leo’s junior, was cast instead.
Nevertheless,...
Read More: Priyanka Chopra Fans Upset She’s Not Featured On First ‘Baywatch’ Poster: ‘They Always Leave Out The Asian’
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, original “Baywatch” producers Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz spilled a particularly juicy set secret: A young Leonardo DiCaprio was almost cast as David Hasselhoff’s son.
“We actually had DiCaprio ready to be cast,” Berk told THR, “But David thought he was too old to play his son.”
According to Schwartz, Hasselhoff thought DiCaprio’s casting would make him look older. “He had a lot of concerns of that type,” Schwartz admitted. Jeremy Jackson, six years Leo’s junior, was cast instead.
Nevertheless,...
- 7/5/2016
- by Kate Halliwell
- Indiewire
Nicole Eggert's appearance changed during the filming of Baywatch – and it might have been because of costar Pamela Anderson.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Baywatch's original producers, Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz, opened up about the show – which will soon hit the big screen.
"[Nicole Eggert] felt a little bit competitive with Pam," Berk told the magazine. "She had a beautiful athletic body but didn't have big boobs at all. Maybe she was feeling a little bit of pressure. There was a holiday weekend and for a couple of days she called in sick afterward. Then...
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Baywatch's original producers, Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz, opened up about the show – which will soon hit the big screen.
"[Nicole Eggert] felt a little bit competitive with Pam," Berk told the magazine. "She had a beautiful athletic body but didn't have big boobs at all. Maybe she was feeling a little bit of pressure. There was a holiday weekend and for a couple of days she called in sick afterward. Then...
- 7/3/2016
- by Blake Bakkila, @bcbakkila
- People.com - TV Watch
Nicole Eggert's appearance changed during the filming of Baywatch - and it might have been because of costar Pamela Anderson. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Baywatch's original producers, Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz, opened up about the show - which will soon hit the big screen. "[Nicole Eggert] felt a little bit competitive with Pam," Berk told the magazine. "She had a beautiful athletic body but didn't have big boobs at all. Maybe she was feeling a little bit of pressure. There was a holiday weekend and for a couple of days she called in sick afterward. Then...
- 7/3/2016
- by Blake Bakkila, @bcbakkila
- PEOPLE.com
Nicole Eggert's appearance changed during the filming of Baywatch - and it might have been because of costar Pamela Anderson. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Baywatch's original producers, Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz, opened up about the show - which will soon hit the big screen. "[Nicole Eggert] felt a little bit competitive with Pam," Berk told the magazine. "She had a beautiful athletic body but didn't have big boobs at all. Maybe she was feeling a little bit of pressure. There was a holiday weekend and for a couple of days she called in sick afterward. Then...
- 7/3/2016
- by Blake Bakkila, @bcbakkila
- PEOPLE.com
If you felt some type of way seeing these beauties run along the beach in a red bathing suit on Baywatch, you weren't alone. In fact, ahead of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's reboot of the hit TV show, producers Michael Berk and Douglas Schwartz talked to The Hollywood Reporter to spill some unknown facts about what happened behind the scenes of the series, and it seems like there was a lot of competition between the cast members. Berk and Schwartz shared that blond beauty Nicole Eggert came back to set one day with a visible chest enhancement, and explained that she probably felt some competition with her fellow blond bombshell Pamela Anderson. The interview states that during a brief production...
- 7/2/2016
- E! Online
The cast has been assembled and the beach bodies are ready, as Paramount has announced the start of principal photography on the upcoming Baywatch movie starring Dwayne Johnson and many more. Come inside to check out the announcement's bigger cast list!
A few pictures of the cast on the set of the new Baywatch movie have already been floating around the inter-webs, but today brings about Paramount's official announcement that the movie is currently underway!
Paramount Pictures today announced that principal photography has commenced on “Baywatch,” starring Dwayne Johnson (“Central Intelligence,” “San Andreas,” “Fast & Furious” franchise) and Zac Efron (“Neighbors,” “Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates”). Production will take place in Miami and Savannah.
Seth Gordon (“Horrible Bosses,” “Identity Thief”) is directing the film from a screenplay most recently written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift and Barry Schwartz. Beau Flynn (“San Andreas,” “Hercules”), Ivan Reitman (“Ghostbusters,” “Up In The Air”), and Michael Berk,...
A few pictures of the cast on the set of the new Baywatch movie have already been floating around the inter-webs, but today brings about Paramount's official announcement that the movie is currently underway!
Paramount Pictures today announced that principal photography has commenced on “Baywatch,” starring Dwayne Johnson (“Central Intelligence,” “San Andreas,” “Fast & Furious” franchise) and Zac Efron (“Neighbors,” “Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates”). Production will take place in Miami and Savannah.
Seth Gordon (“Horrible Bosses,” “Identity Thief”) is directing the film from a screenplay most recently written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift and Barry Schwartz. Beau Flynn (“San Andreas,” “Hercules”), Ivan Reitman (“Ghostbusters,” “Up In The Air”), and Michael Berk,...
- 2/25/2016
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
Paramount Pictures today announced that principal photography has commenced on “Baywatch,” starring Dwayne Johnson (“Central Intelligence,” “San Andreas,” “Fast & Furious” franchise) and Zac Efron (“Neighbors,” “Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates”). Production will take place in Miami and Savannah.
The film will be released on May 19, 2017.
Seth Gordon (“Horrible Bosses,” “Identity Thief”) is directing the film from a screenplay most recently written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift and Barry Schwartz. Beau Flynn (“San Andreas,” “Hercules”), Ivan Reitman (“Ghostbusters,” “Up In The Air”), and Michael Berk, Doug Schwartz (“Soul Surfer”) & Greg Bonann, creators of the iconic “Baywatch” television series, are producing. The executive producers are Michele Berk (“Bandits,” “Kill The Sparrows”), Louise Rosner (“The Big Short, “The Hunger Games” franchise), Tom Pollock (“Up In The Air,” “Old School”), and Ali Bell (“Hitchcock”). Eli Roth is a co-producer.
“Baywatch” follows devoted lifeguard Mitch Buchannon (Johnson) as he butts heads with a brash new recruit (Efron). Together,...
The film will be released on May 19, 2017.
Seth Gordon (“Horrible Bosses,” “Identity Thief”) is directing the film from a screenplay most recently written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift and Barry Schwartz. Beau Flynn (“San Andreas,” “Hercules”), Ivan Reitman (“Ghostbusters,” “Up In The Air”), and Michael Berk, Doug Schwartz (“Soul Surfer”) & Greg Bonann, creators of the iconic “Baywatch” television series, are producing. The executive producers are Michele Berk (“Bandits,” “Kill The Sparrows”), Louise Rosner (“The Big Short, “The Hunger Games” franchise), Tom Pollock (“Up In The Air,” “Old School”), and Ali Bell (“Hitchcock”). Eli Roth is a co-producer.
“Baywatch” follows devoted lifeguard Mitch Buchannon (Johnson) as he butts heads with a brash new recruit (Efron). Together,...
- 2/25/2016
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Paramount’s casting process for its “badass” and R-rated Baywatch movie has been fascinating to watch largely because it’s shown no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Only last week, Quantico starlet Priyanka Chopra was the latest actress to board the studio’s burgeoning ensemble piece, and now Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has formally confirmed the addition of Ilfenesh Hadera.
Announced via the actor’s ever-popular Instagram, the actress best known for her roles in Chi-Raq and HBO’s Show Me a Hero is set to play Stef, a “strong, intelligent and formidable” love interest to Johnson’s Mitch Buchannon. Here’s the official post:
Exclusive: Casting my #Baywatch love interest wasn’t easy (extremely tough job but hey I’m one of the producers;) but we finally found her. For our coveted role of “Stef”, she had to be a lot of things: Strong, intelligent, formidable, beautiful and funny.
Announced via the actor’s ever-popular Instagram, the actress best known for her roles in Chi-Raq and HBO’s Show Me a Hero is set to play Stef, a “strong, intelligent and formidable” love interest to Johnson’s Mitch Buchannon. Here’s the official post:
Exclusive: Casting my #Baywatch love interest wasn’t easy (extremely tough job but hey I’m one of the producers;) but we finally found her. For our coveted role of “Stef”, she had to be a lot of things: Strong, intelligent, formidable, beautiful and funny.
- 1/20/2016
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
"Billions" actress Ilfenesh Hadera has joined the cast of the upcoming "Baywatch" film alongside Dwayne Johnson, Zac Efron, Alexandra Daddario and Kelly Rohrbach. "Quantico" star Priyanka Chopra was also previously reported to be in talks for a role.
An action-comedy feature take on the 1990s syndicated series about Californian lifeguards, Damian Shannon and Mark Swift penned the most recent draft which Seth Gordon ("Horrible Bosses") helms the project which Johnson, Michael Berk, Greg Bonann, Beau Flynn, Dany Garcia, Ivan Reitman and Douglas Schwartz will produce. Johnson broke the news on Instagram which you can see below:
Exclusive: Casting my #Baywatch love interest wasn't easy (extremely tough job but hey I'm one of the producers;) but we finally found her. For our coveted role of "Stef", she had to be a lot of things: Strong, intelligent, formidable, beautiful and funny. Want to welcome the talented @ilfenator Ilfenesh Hadera to our #Baywatch family.
An action-comedy feature take on the 1990s syndicated series about Californian lifeguards, Damian Shannon and Mark Swift penned the most recent draft which Seth Gordon ("Horrible Bosses") helms the project which Johnson, Michael Berk, Greg Bonann, Beau Flynn, Dany Garcia, Ivan Reitman and Douglas Schwartz will produce. Johnson broke the news on Instagram which you can see below:
Exclusive: Casting my #Baywatch love interest wasn't easy (extremely tough job but hey I'm one of the producers;) but we finally found her. For our coveted role of "Stef", she had to be a lot of things: Strong, intelligent, formidable, beautiful and funny. Want to welcome the talented @ilfenator Ilfenesh Hadera to our #Baywatch family.
- 1/20/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
"Quantico" actress Priyanka Chopra is in talks to join Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron in the Seth Gordon-directed "Baywatch" film at Paramount Pictures.
Alexandra Daddario ("San Andreas") was recently set to play Summer (originally portrayed by Nicole Eggert) and model Kelly Rohrbach recently signed on to play C.J. Parker (originally played by Pamela Anderson).
Damian Shannon and Mark Swift wrote the latest draft of the script which is said to have a "21 Jump Street" action-comedy tone to it.
Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Ivan Reitman, Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Greg Bonann are producing. Filming is expected to commence in the next few months.
Source: Variety...
Alexandra Daddario ("San Andreas") was recently set to play Summer (originally portrayed by Nicole Eggert) and model Kelly Rohrbach recently signed on to play C.J. Parker (originally played by Pamela Anderson).
Damian Shannon and Mark Swift wrote the latest draft of the script which is said to have a "21 Jump Street" action-comedy tone to it.
Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Ivan Reitman, Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz and Greg Bonann are producing. Filming is expected to commence in the next few months.
Source: Variety...
- 1/12/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Grazeley Film Fund is set to fully finance the comedy "Killing Hasselhoff" for Lotus Pictures, Angelworld and Hoff Productions.
The story follows a man trying to win money in a celebrity death pool who hires a hitman to kill former "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff. Peter Hoare penned the script.
Hasselhoff and "Baywatch" producers Michele and Michael Berk are re-teaming for the project which also stars Jon Lovitz as Hasselhoff's agent.
A director will be named shortly with filming to take place at least partially in Los Angeles and aiming to begin this Fall.
Source: Screen Daily...
The story follows a man trying to win money in a celebrity death pool who hires a hitman to kill former "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff. Peter Hoare penned the script.
Hasselhoff and "Baywatch" producers Michele and Michael Berk are re-teaming for the project which also stars Jon Lovitz as Hasselhoff's agent.
A director will be named shortly with filming to take place at least partially in Los Angeles and aiming to begin this Fall.
Source: Screen Daily...
- 5/18/2013
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Stereo Vision Entertainment announced today that Baywatch creator and Soul Surfer writer Michael Berk will produce their 3D sci-fi feature film and 3D video games series Aubrey Blaze.
"Michael has written a thrilling screenplay for our 3D Creature Feature," said Stereo Vision's CEO Jack Honour. "With the guidance of Stereo Vision's Vice Chairman Puerto Rico's former Governor and Us Congressman Governor Carlos Romeo-Barcelo, and Stereo Vision's attorney of record in Puerto Rico Antonio Sifre, who authored Puerto Rico's movie producer's tax credit legislation which has recently been upped to $350mil, we'll be producing 'Aubrey Blaze' in Puerto Rico and tapping into all available government resources there."
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"Michael has written a thrilling screenplay for our 3D Creature Feature," said Stereo Vision's CEO Jack Honour. "With the guidance of Stereo Vision's Vice Chairman Puerto Rico's former Governor and Us Congressman Governor Carlos Romeo-Barcelo, and Stereo Vision's attorney of record in Puerto Rico Antonio Sifre, who authored Puerto Rico's movie producer's tax credit legislation which has recently been upped to $350mil, we'll be producing 'Aubrey Blaze' in Puerto Rico and tapping into all available government resources there."
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- 5/8/2013
- shocktillyoudrop.com
Award-winning country singer Carrie Underwood, whose music career began when she won American Idol in 2005, makes the move to the big screen in upcoming drama Soul Surfer.
Based on a true story, the film stars AnnaSophia Robb (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Bridge to Terabithia, The Reaping, Race to Witch Mountain) as teen surfer Bethany Hamilton. Also in the cast are Dennis Quaid as Bethany's dad Tom, Helen Hunt as mum Cheri and Lorraine Nicholason as best friend Alana Blanchard.
Underwood plays church youth ministry leader Sarah Hill (see picture right), whose missions trip to Thailand to help the victims of the 2004 tsunami proves a turning point in Bethany's life.
Directed by Sean McNamara, Soul Surfer is released in the UK by Buena Vista International on September 23. (Certificate PG, running time 106mins). A trailer and posters have been sent over, along with some stills from the movie and the full synopsis.
Based on a true story, the film stars AnnaSophia Robb (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Bridge to Terabithia, The Reaping, Race to Witch Mountain) as teen surfer Bethany Hamilton. Also in the cast are Dennis Quaid as Bethany's dad Tom, Helen Hunt as mum Cheri and Lorraine Nicholason as best friend Alana Blanchard.
Underwood plays church youth ministry leader Sarah Hill (see picture right), whose missions trip to Thailand to help the victims of the 2004 tsunami proves a turning point in Bethany's life.
Directed by Sean McNamara, Soul Surfer is released in the UK by Buena Vista International on September 23. (Certificate PG, running time 106mins). A trailer and posters have been sent over, along with some stills from the movie and the full synopsis.
- 9/6/2011
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Sony Pictures will be releasing Soul Surfer on DVD and Blu-Ray August 2nd. This film stars Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood. This story follows pro-surfer Bethany Hamilton through her real life achievements, her struggles and her moments after a vicious shark attack. With deterimation, she survives her ordeal; later, she goes on to return to surfing, in the finale of this upcoming thriller.
The trailer for Soul Surfer is below and the clip is for all audiences, with the film rated PG-13.
Tagline: "When You Come Back From a Loss, Beat the Odds, and Never Say Never, You Find a Champion."
The synopsis for Soul Surfer is here:
"Soul Surfer is the incredible true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. In the wake...
The trailer for Soul Surfer is below and the clip is for all audiences, with the film rated PG-13.
Tagline: "When You Come Back From a Loss, Beat the Odds, and Never Say Never, You Find a Champion."
The synopsis for Soul Surfer is here:
"Soul Surfer is the incredible true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. In the wake...
- 6/7/2011
- by Remove28DaysLaterAnalysisThis@gmail.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Reviewed by Lila Nordstrom
(April 2011)
Directed by: Sean McNamara
Written by: Sean McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk
Starring: AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood
According to Wikipedia, a “soul surfer” is a gifted surfer who is spiritually attuned to the water and waves and surfs for the sheer pleasure of it, not the glory that comes with winning competitions. The movie “Soul Surfer” tells the story of Bethany Hamilton, a real-life soul surfer who famously lost her left arm in a shark attack and got back on the board.
In the movie we follow Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb), a newly sponsored teen surfer who is hoping to turn pro when she loses her limb. Naturally, she spends some time feeling lost and frustrated, but with the help of her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt) and a mission trip to tsunami-torn Thaliand led by her...
(April 2011)
Directed by: Sean McNamara
Written by: Sean McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk
Starring: AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood
According to Wikipedia, a “soul surfer” is a gifted surfer who is spiritually attuned to the water and waves and surfs for the sheer pleasure of it, not the glory that comes with winning competitions. The movie “Soul Surfer” tells the story of Bethany Hamilton, a real-life soul surfer who famously lost her left arm in a shark attack and got back on the board.
In the movie we follow Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb), a newly sponsored teen surfer who is hoping to turn pro when she loses her limb. Naturally, she spends some time feeling lost and frustrated, but with the help of her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt) and a mission trip to tsunami-torn Thaliand led by her...
- 4/4/2011
- by admin
- Moving Pictures Network
Reviewed by Lila Nordstrom
(April 2011)
Directed by: Sean McNamara
Written by: Sean McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk
Starring: AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood
According to Wikipedia, a “soul surfer” is a gifted surfer who is spiritually attuned to the water and waves and surfs for the sheer pleasure of it, not the glory that comes with winning competitions. The movie “Soul Surfer” tells the story of Bethany Hamilton, a real-life soul surfer who famously lost her left arm in a shark attack and got back on the board.
In the movie we follow Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb), a newly sponsored teen surfer who is hoping to turn pro when she loses her limb. Naturally, she spends some time feeling lost and frustrated, but with the help of her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt) and a mission trip to tsunami-torn Thaliand led by her...
(April 2011)
Directed by: Sean McNamara
Written by: Sean McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk
Starring: AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and Carrie Underwood
According to Wikipedia, a “soul surfer” is a gifted surfer who is spiritually attuned to the water and waves and surfs for the sheer pleasure of it, not the glory that comes with winning competitions. The movie “Soul Surfer” tells the story of Bethany Hamilton, a real-life soul surfer who famously lost her left arm in a shark attack and got back on the board.
In the movie we follow Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb), a newly sponsored teen surfer who is hoping to turn pro when she loses her limb. Naturally, she spends some time feeling lost and frustrated, but with the help of her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt) and a mission trip to tsunami-torn Thaliand led by her...
- 4/4/2011
- by admin
- Moving Pictures Magazine
Chicago – In our latest true-story edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 35 admit-two passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago screening of the new film “Soul Surfer” with AnnaSophia Robb, Carrie Underwood, Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt!
“Soul Surfer” also stars Sonya Balmores, Chris Brochu, Christie Brooke, David Chokachi, Kelly Crean, Yasmin Dar, Irie Driscoll, Faith Fay, John Mitchell Fultz, Cody Gomes, Kim Morgan Greene, Dutch Hofstetter and Tiffany Hofstetter from writer and director Sean McNamara.
To win your free pass to the advance Chicago screening of “Soul Surfer” courtesy of HollywoodChicago.com, just answer our question below. That’s it! This screening is on Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 7 p.m. in downtown Chicago. Directions to enter this Hookup and immediately win can be found beneath the graphic below.
The movie poster for “Soul Surfer” with Carrie Underwood, Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt.
Image credit: FilmDistrict
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“Soul Surfer” also stars Sonya Balmores, Chris Brochu, Christie Brooke, David Chokachi, Kelly Crean, Yasmin Dar, Irie Driscoll, Faith Fay, John Mitchell Fultz, Cody Gomes, Kim Morgan Greene, Dutch Hofstetter and Tiffany Hofstetter from writer and director Sean McNamara.
To win your free pass to the advance Chicago screening of “Soul Surfer” courtesy of HollywoodChicago.com, just answer our question below. That’s it! This screening is on Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 7 p.m. in downtown Chicago. Directions to enter this Hookup and immediately win can be found beneath the graphic below.
The movie poster for “Soul Surfer” with Carrie Underwood, Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt.
Image credit: FilmDistrict
Here is the...
- 3/31/2011
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
"Soul Surfer" has cruised to Los Angeles for its premiere on Wednesday, March 30. Among the cast members who came to the premiere at ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood was Carrie Underwood who wore a floral-printed dress, with a black clutch and black peep-toe heels. Meanwhile, Underwood's co-star AnnaSophia Robb looked stunning in her purple-and-black party dress.
Other female cast members, Lorraine Nicholson and Helen Hunt, also came to the event. Nicholson wore a black dress and matching high heels. At the same time, Hunt looked gorgeous in her blue party dress.
While the actresses graced the event in colorful dresses, the actors apparently felt comfortable in black. Dennis Quaid is snapped donning a white shirt with black blazer and trousers. Jeremy Sumpter and Ross Thomas also sported black outfits. However, Kevin Sorbo looked different by sporting floral-printed shirt and faded blue jeans.
Other stars attending the blue carpet event included Hillary Duff,...
Other female cast members, Lorraine Nicholson and Helen Hunt, also came to the event. Nicholson wore a black dress and matching high heels. At the same time, Hunt looked gorgeous in her blue party dress.
While the actresses graced the event in colorful dresses, the actors apparently felt comfortable in black. Dennis Quaid is snapped donning a white shirt with black blazer and trousers. Jeremy Sumpter and Ross Thomas also sported black outfits. However, Kevin Sorbo looked different by sporting floral-printed shirt and faded blue jeans.
Other stars attending the blue carpet event included Hillary Duff,...
- 3/31/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Los Angeles, CA, United States (Ahn Entertainment) - Champion surfer Mary Osborne will interview the stars of "Soul Surfer: The Inspiring True Story of Bethany Hamilton" from the red carpet premier of the film in Los Angeles on March 30.
"Soul Surfer" is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion surfer again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb as Hamilton, who has appeared in "Race to Witch Mountain" and "Jumper." Helen Hunt and Dennis Quaid play Hamilton's parents, and Craig T. Nelson ("Coach," "Parenthood") plays Hamilton's doctor. Country crooner Carrie Underwood is also in the movie, with her film debut as Sarah Hill, a youth and guidance counselor who helps Hamilton overcome her injury and believe in herself to eventually become a champion surfer once again.
"Soul Surfer" is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion surfer again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb as Hamilton, who has appeared in "Race to Witch Mountain" and "Jumper." Helen Hunt and Dennis Quaid play Hamilton's parents, and Craig T. Nelson ("Coach," "Parenthood") plays Hamilton's doctor. Country crooner Carrie Underwood is also in the movie, with her film debut as Sarah Hill, a youth and guidance counselor who helps Hamilton overcome her injury and believe in herself to eventually become a champion surfer once again.
- 3/30/2011
- icelebz.com
Los Angeles, CA, United States (Ahn Entertainment) - Champion surfer Mary Osborne will interview the stars of "Soul Surfer: The Inspiring True Story of Bethany Hamilton" from the red carpet premier of the film in Los Angeles on March 30.
"Soul Surfer" is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion surfer again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb as Hamilton, who has appeared in "Race to Witch Mountain" and "Jumper." Helen Hunt and Dennis Quaid play Hamilton's parents, and Craig T. Nelson ("Coach," "Parenthood") plays Hamilton's doctor. Country crooner Carrie Underwood is also in the movie, with her film debut as Sarah Hill, a youth and guidance counselor who helps Hamilton overcome her injury and believe in herself to eventually become a champion surfer once again.
"Soul Surfer" is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion surfer again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb as Hamilton, who has appeared in "Race to Witch Mountain" and "Jumper." Helen Hunt and Dennis Quaid play Hamilton's parents, and Craig T. Nelson ("Coach," "Parenthood") plays Hamilton's doctor. Country crooner Carrie Underwood is also in the movie, with her film debut as Sarah Hill, a youth and guidance counselor who helps Hamilton overcome her injury and believe in herself to eventually become a champion surfer once again.
- 3/30/2011
- icelebz.com
Enter to win tickets to the screening of Soul Surfer, starring AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, Carrie Underwood, Lorraine Nicholson and Kevin Sorbo Directed by Sean McNamara, who wrote the screenplay alongside Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk, based on the book by Bethany Hamilton, Sheryl Berk and Rick Bundschuh. Soul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany’s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.
- 3/30/2011
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Starring Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb, Lorraine Nicholson (Jack.s daughter), Kevin Sorbo and in her film debut, Carrie Underwood.
Soul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid.
In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany.s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.
Bethany (Robb) was born to surf. A natural talent who took to the waves at a young age, she was leading an idyllic, sun-drenched, surfer girl.s life on the Kauai Coast,...
Soul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid.
In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany.s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.
Bethany (Robb) was born to surf. A natural talent who took to the waves at a young age, she was leading an idyllic, sun-drenched, surfer girl.s life on the Kauai Coast,...
- 3/15/2011
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
A scene featuring Carrie Underwood in "Soul Surfer" has been clipped and debuted online. Portraying a church youth leader, the singer-turned-actress is seen challenging AnnaSophia Robb's Bethany and her friends to look at their world with God's perspective.
Another clip from the movie has also made its way out via Soul Surfer Wave, this time giving a sneak peek to a dramatic scene with Bethany and Dennis Quaid's Tom Hamilton in which the young girl asks her father when she can surf again. This is very likely happening after Bethany lost her arm in a tragic accident.
"Soul Surfer" is a biopic of surfing icon Bethany Hamilton. Her promising surfing career was derailed after she lost her arm in a shark attack at age 13. With support from her family and friends, she defied all odds to compete and win professional championships.
Sean McNamara directs the movie and teams up with Deborah Schwartz,...
Another clip from the movie has also made its way out via Soul Surfer Wave, this time giving a sneak peek to a dramatic scene with Bethany and Dennis Quaid's Tom Hamilton in which the young girl asks her father when she can surf again. This is very likely happening after Bethany lost her arm in a tragic accident.
"Soul Surfer" is a biopic of surfing icon Bethany Hamilton. Her promising surfing career was derailed after she lost her arm in a shark attack at age 13. With support from her family and friends, she defied all odds to compete and win professional championships.
Sean McNamara directs the movie and teams up with Deborah Schwartz,...
- 2/16/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
FilmDistrict has released a new poster for their upcoming film Soul Surfer, which tell the true story of Bethany Hamilton, the 13-year-old surfer girl who lost her arm in a shark attack. There's a trailer that's been released for the film, if you haven't seen it yet check it out here. The movie is being directed by Sean McNamara and stars Anna Sophia Robb as Bethany, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, and Carrie Underwood.
Official Plot Synopsis:
Oul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life,...
Official Plot Synopsis:
Oul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life,...
- 2/12/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
[1] Earlier this month, a in-house promotional teaser trailer leaked [2] for Soul Surfer, a drama about young, teenage surfer girl (played by Bridge To Terabithia/Race To Witch Mountain's AnnaSophia Robb) who "summons the courage to go back into the ocean after losing an arm in a shark attack." When I posted the teaser, I was kind of weirded out that it contained no hint of a shark attack -- the teaser made it out like the film is just a happy-go-lucky story about a teenage girl surfer. The new full length trailer which has premiered on EW [3] (via FirstShowing [4]) gives audiences the full reveal of what this story is really about. That and a really cheesy speech from Carrie Underwood. Written and directed by Sean McNamara (Bring it On: Fight To The Finish, Into The Blue 2: The Reef, Bratz, 3 Ninjas: High Noon at Mega Mountain), the film co-starring Dennis Quaid,...
- 1/28/2011
- by Peter Sciretta
- Slash Film
Here's a new full trailer for the film Soul Surfer, which is based on the inspiring true story of Bethany Hamilton, the 13-year-old surfer girl who lost her arm in a shark attack. After the incident, she continued to surf, and eventually competed and won several professional championships.
The movie is being directed by Sean McNamara and stars Anna Sophia Robb as Bethany, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, and Carrie Underwood.
Check out the full trailer for the movie below and let us know what you think!
Official Plot Synopsis:
Oul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the...
The movie is being directed by Sean McNamara and stars Anna Sophia Robb as Bethany, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, and Carrie Underwood.
Check out the full trailer for the movie below and let us know what you think!
Official Plot Synopsis:
Oul Surfer is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. The film features an all-star cast, including AnnaSophia Robb and Helen Hunt, with Carrie Underwood in her film debut, and Dennis Quaid. In the...
- 1/28/2011
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
The first full trailer for biopic "Soul Surfer" has made its way out via Entertainment Weekly. It opens with high-spirited footage featuring big waves and some youngsters having fun on the beach. The next thing seen is a tragedy that changes Bethany Hamilton's life forever, she lost her arm in a shark attack at age 13.
Her promising surfing career is derailed and she almost ditches surfing. But after getting support from others, she defies all odds to compete and win professional championships.
AnnaSophia Robb takes the lead role, while Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt play her parents. Country music singer Carrie Underwood makes her big screen debut with this film, portraying a church youth leader who is seen being supportive to Hamilton.
Sean McNamara directs "Soul Surfer" and teams up with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk to write the script. The sports drama will open wide in...
Her promising surfing career is derailed and she almost ditches surfing. But after getting support from others, she defies all odds to compete and win professional championships.
AnnaSophia Robb takes the lead role, while Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt play her parents. Country music singer Carrie Underwood makes her big screen debut with this film, portraying a church youth leader who is seen being supportive to Hamilton.
Sean McNamara directs "Soul Surfer" and teams up with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk to write the script. The sports drama will open wide in...
- 1/28/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Sean McNamara is bringing to screen the inspirational story of surf icon Bethany Hamilton in "Soul Surfer" which first teaser trailer has hit the web. It follows AnnaSophia Robb's Hamilton who defies all odds to compete and win professional championships after losing her arm in a shark attack at age 13.
The biopic will also become a movie debut for country music singer Carrie Underwood. She takes the role of a church youth leader who is seen being supportive to Hamilton. Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt additionally join the cast as Hamilton's parents.
Beside serving as a helmer, Sean McNamara teams up with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk to write the script for "Soul Surfer". The sport drama will make its way out on theaters across the nation on April 8.
'Soul Surfer' teaser trailer...
The biopic will also become a movie debut for country music singer Carrie Underwood. She takes the role of a church youth leader who is seen being supportive to Hamilton. Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt additionally join the cast as Hamilton's parents.
Beside serving as a helmer, Sean McNamara teams up with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk to write the script for "Soul Surfer". The sport drama will make its way out on theaters across the nation on April 8.
'Soul Surfer' teaser trailer...
- 1/12/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Check out a new photo from Soul Surfer starring Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb, Carrie Underwood, Lorraine Nicholson, Kevin Sorbo and Jeremy Sumpter.
The film is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany’s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.
Bethany (Robb) was born to surf. A natural talent who took to the waves at a young age, she was leading an idyllic, sun-drenched, surfer girl’s life on the Kauai Coast, competing in national competitions with her best friend Alana (Lorraine Nicholson), when everything changed in a heartbeat.
The film is the inspiring true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
In the wake of this life-changing event that took her arm and nearly her life, Bethany’s feisty determination and steadfast beliefs spur her toward an adventurous comeback that gives her the grit to turn her loss into a gift for others.
Bethany (Robb) was born to surf. A natural talent who took to the waves at a young age, she was leading an idyllic, sun-drenched, surfer girl’s life on the Kauai Coast, competing in national competitions with her best friend Alana (Lorraine Nicholson), when everything changed in a heartbeat.
- 12/21/2010
- by Allan Ford
- Filmofilia
Carrie Underwood is set to grace big screen next year, her movie debut "Soul Surfer" has just been announced to hit U.S. theaters on April 15, 2011, The Hollywood Reporter reports. Along with the release schedule, first pictures from the movie have come out.
Entertainment Weekly has got its hand on a picture of the country music singer, who portrays a church youth leader, carrying a surfer board. Meanwhile, another still from the film captures AnnaSophia Robb's Bethany Hamilton and her parents, portrayed by Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt.
"Soul Surfer" centers its story on surf icon Hamilton, who lost her left arm in a shark attack in 2003, but returned to competitive surfing months later. Sean McNamara takes the helming duty for the biopic, in addition to writing the script along with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk.
Entertainment Weekly has got its hand on a picture of the country music singer, who portrays a church youth leader, carrying a surfer board. Meanwhile, another still from the film captures AnnaSophia Robb's Bethany Hamilton and her parents, portrayed by Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt.
"Soul Surfer" centers its story on surf icon Hamilton, who lost her left arm in a shark attack in 2003, but returned to competitive surfing months later. Sean McNamara takes the helming duty for the biopic, in addition to writing the script along with Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk.
- 11/2/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Soul Surfer is the true story of competitive teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, inspiring millions worldwide through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. Coming to theaters nationwide on April 15, 2011, this exciting feature film stars Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb, and Carrie Underwood in her film debut. The cast also includes Lorraine Nicholson, Kevin Sorbo and Jeremy Sumpter.
The first film to be released under the new deal between FilmDistrict and Sony Pictures, Soul Surfer will go out as a wide release via TriStar Pictures with a broad-based and integrated marketing campaign managed by FilmDistrict.
The film was independently financed by Enticing Entertainment and Island Film Group, and is a production of Mandalay Vision, Brookwell McNamara Entertainment and Life’s A Beach Entertainment. North American and substantial International rights were acquired prior to...
The first film to be released under the new deal between FilmDistrict and Sony Pictures, Soul Surfer will go out as a wide release via TriStar Pictures with a broad-based and integrated marketing campaign managed by FilmDistrict.
The film was independently financed by Enticing Entertainment and Island Film Group, and is a production of Mandalay Vision, Brookwell McNamara Entertainment and Life’s A Beach Entertainment. North American and substantial International rights were acquired prior to...
- 11/1/2010
- by Allan Ford
- Filmofilia
New York, November 1, 2010 – Soul Surfer is the true story of competitive teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, inspiring millions worldwide through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. Coming to theaters nationwide on April 15, 2011, this exciting feature film stars Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb, and Carrie Underwood in her film debut. The cast also includes Lorraine Nicholson, Kevin Sorbo and Jeremy Sumpter. The first film to be released under the new deal between FilmDistrict and Sony Pictures, Soul Surfer will go out as a wide release via TriStar Pictures with a broad-based and integrated marketing campaign managed by FilmDistrict. The film was independently financed by Enticing Entertainment and Island Film Group, and is a production of Mandalay Vision, Brookwell McNamara Entertainment and Life’s A Beach Entertainment. North American and substantial International rights were...
- 11/1/2010
- by MIKE FLEMING
- Deadline
Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb and Carrie Underwood have signed on for the independent drama "Soul Surfer." The film will be a biopic on the teen surfing champ and shark attack survivor Bethany Hamilton, who defied all odds to compete and win professional championships after losing her arm in a shark attack at age 13. The film will be directed by Sean McNamara and marks country music star Underwood's bigscreen debut.Quaid and Hunt play Hamilton's parents, Robb will play Hamilton and Underwood will play a church youth leader. Lorraine Nicholson and Kevin Sorbo have also been cast.According to Variety, McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk wrote the screenplay.Shooting began this week in Hawaii. Douglas Schwartz, David Brookwell,...
- 2/5/2010
- by Adnan Tezer
- Monsters and Critics
Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb, Carrie Underwood, Lorraine Nicholson and Kevin Sorbo will all be starring in the indie drama “Soul Surfer,” about surfer Bethany Hamilton, who survived a brutal shark attack while surfing at 13. Sean McNamara is directing the project, which is based on Hamilton’s autobiography. Robb will star as Hamilton, with Quaid and Hunt playing her parents. The script was done by McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk, and filming is set to begin this week in Hawaii. Hamilton was surfing in 2003 in Hawaii with some friends when a tiger shark attacked her as she lay on her board with her left [...]...
- 2/5/2010
- by Costa Koutsoutis
- ShockYa
Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, AnnaSophia Robb and Carrie Underwood are set to star in Sean McNamara's indie drama "Soul Surfer," a film about surfing champion Bethany Hamilton and her shark attack.
Robb will play the central character, according to Variety. She plats Hamilton, who went on to win professional surfing championships after losing one arm in a shark attack when she was 13 years old.
Hunt and Quaid are on board to play her parents, while Underwood play a church youth leader (one that probably sings). McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk wrote the script.
"Surfer" is already shooting. McNamara also helmed "Raise Your Voice" and "Bratz." Quaid can now be seen in "Legion." Robb starred in "Race to Witch Mountain," and for Underwood, this will be her film debut.
Robb will play the central character, according to Variety. She plats Hamilton, who went on to win professional surfing championships after losing one arm in a shark attack when she was 13 years old.
Hunt and Quaid are on board to play her parents, while Underwood play a church youth leader (one that probably sings). McNamara, Deborah Schwartz, Douglas Schwartz and Michael Berk wrote the script.
"Surfer" is already shooting. McNamara also helmed "Raise Your Voice" and "Bratz." Quaid can now be seen in "Legion." Robb starred in "Race to Witch Mountain," and for Underwood, this will be her film debut.
- 2/5/2010
- by Franck Tabouring
- screeninglog.com
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