March 25th 2024.
According to a recent report by Deadline, a new Prince jukebox musical film is in the works, with acclaimed director Ryan Coogler at the helm. This exciting project has been in development since 2018 under Universal Pictures, and will mark Coogler's first time producing a music-driven film. Joining forces with Coogler will be fellow producers Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, as well as executive producer Rebecca Cho. The film will also be backed by Jody Gerson, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group.
Prince, known for his incredible musical talent, had an impressive career that included five number-one singles in the U.S., 15 worldwide number-one hits, and eight worldwide number-one albums. Some of his most iconic songs that reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart include "Let's Go Crazy," "When Doves Cry," "Kiss," and "Batdance." In 1984, his rock musical Purple Rain was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score and went on to win multiple Grammy awards, including Best Album and Score Soundtrack for Visual Media.
Coogler's production company, Proximity Media, has been on a roll since the success of Creed III, which grossed over $276 million worldwide. Their upcoming projects include an untitled Warner Bros. film starring Michael B. Jordan, set for a 2025 IMAX release. Proximity also co-produced Steph Curry's NBA documentary, Stephen Curry: Underrated, and the thought-provoking documentary Anthem, which explores the reimagining of the U.S. national anthem.
Proximity Media was co-founded by Coogler, Ohanian, composer Ludwig Göransson, Archie Davis, and Peter Nicks. Their goal is to create impactful feature films, television shows, soundtracks, and podcasts that bring audiences together through compelling and often overlooked stories. The company has already received two Oscars for their work on Judas and the Black Messiah and Space Jam: A New Legacy.
In related news, it was also recently announced that Prince's iconic film Purple Rain will be adapted into a stage play. Fans of the legendary musician can look forward to experiencing his music and story in a new and exciting way. With Coogler at the helm of the upcoming jukebox musical film, we can expect a one-of-a-kind tribute to Prince's incredible legacy.
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