Madelyn Cline partners with another Riverdale star for a major horror reboot

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Madelyn Cline partners with another Riverdale star for a major horror reboot

As a dedicated fan who grew up watching and loving both “Outer Banks” and “Riverdale,” I couldn’t be more thrilled about the expanding connection between these two beloved universes. Madelyn Cline‘s latest venture into film, co-starring with KJ Apa from “Riverdale,” is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

In simpler terms, the film universe created by combining “Outer Banks” and “Riverdale” is expanding as Madelyn Cline signs on for another movie alongside a former “Riverdale” cast member.

More recently, it was announced that the actress from “Outer Banks” is teaming up with KJ Apa from “Riverdale” for the romantic film “The Map That Leads to You.” Now, she’s been selected as one of the main actors in the upcoming remake of “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” joining Apa’s “Riverdale” colleagues Camila Mendes in the production. (Perhaps Cline will work with Lili Reinhart or Cole Sprouse next?)

As a movie enthusiast with a soft spot for horror films and a deep appreciation for ’90s classics, I’m thrilled to share some exciting news that has recently surfaced in Hollywood. The Hollywood Reporter, a trusted source in the entertainment industry, has announced some intriguing castings for an upcoming horror movie reboot and a live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid.”

Outer Banks meets Riverdale in new slasher movie reboot

The as-yet-unnamed reboot of “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” produced by Sony, is set for a theatrical premiere on July 18, 2025. If Netflix’s agreement with the studio remains intact, it may become available to stream towards the end of 2025. Besides Cline and Mendes, this film boasts another significant link to Netflix, making its potential quality all the more promising – a wink to the title’s pun.

In this version, “I Know What You Did Last Summer” sees Mendes collaborating with director-cowriter Jennifer Kaytin Robinson once again, who was instrumental in “Do Revenge” and the Netflix romantic comedy “Someone Great.” Robinson is set to direct and pen the script alongside Sam Lansky based on earlier work by Leah McKendrick. Neal Moritz, a producer from the original 1997 hit, will be involved as a producer for this new adaptation – an encouraging sign for those who cherish the original.

The Netflix teen comedy film produced by Robinson, featuring Sarah Michelle Gellar who previously starred in “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” is a quirky and distinctive comedic take that translates perfectly to the slasher movie remake. Upon announcing her involvement on Instagram, Mendes expressed her eagerness to collaborate with Gellar once more, affectionately referring to Robinson as her “revenge mommy.” In response, Gellar endorsed the project via her own Instagram stories.

As a devoted lover of the initial horror movie, I’m thrilled beyond words for this upcoming remake. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the reboot will blend old and new faces, featuring returning stars like Hewitt and Prinze, as well as fresh talent. With Robinson at the helm, we’re in capable hands – he’s a true millennial visionary who truly grasps the concept. His previous work on “Do Revenge” successfully paid homage to ’90s and ’00s teen rom-coms.

As a gamer, I find it intriguing how the new characters seem a bit older than the original college-aged group. They’re all around 25 to 30 years old now, which could add an interesting twist since they could still pass as students with some creative writing. It’s an unusual yet exciting direction for this game’s narrative. Plus, I remember Hewitt and Prinze’s characters got married in “I Still Know What You Did Last Summer” back in 1998. Maybe one of these new-generation cast members will portray their child in the upcoming storyline.

Camila Mendes has perfected the art of camp after her role in “Riverdale.” Her ability to convincingly portray the most outlandish plot twists in the series is a skill that will translate brilliantly onto the big screen in an upcoming summer horror movie, where she stars alongside Madelyn Cline, Jonah-Hauer King, Sarah Pidgeon, and Tyriq Withers. This promise of a thrilling and campy experience following “Riverdale” is not to be missed.

For fans of “Outer Banks,” “Riverdale,” and “The Little Mermaid”: we’ll have to wait until next summer for the movies’ releases, a task easier said than done. Although no specific timeline was given in recent reports, filming is expected to start soon in order to meet the July 2025 deadline. Additionally, look forward to “Outer Banks” season 4 hitting Netflix later this year.

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2024-07-23 22:03