Malignant Man
Malignant Man is a 2011 graphic novel by James Wan.
Film adaptation
In June 2014, 20th Century Fox acquired the rights to the graphic novel. According to reports, Wan was to develop the concept with a view to directing and producing the film. As of the time of the announcement, comic book label BOOM! Studios is slated for a production role alongside co-producers Stephen Christy, Ross Richie and Adam Yoelin.[1][2] In June 2016, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Brad Peyton will direct the film.[3] In August 2017, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Rebecca Thomas had now signed on to direct, and the title of the project was confirmed to be Malignant.[4]
References
- ^ Fleming, Jr, Mike (17 June 2014). "Fox Acquires 'Malignant Man'; 'Fast 7′s James Wan Eyeing To Direct". Deadline. Retrieved 17 June 2014.
- ^ Ethan Anderton (17 June 2014). "Fox Picks Up Graphic Novel 'Malignant Man' for James Wan to Direct". FirstShowing.Net. First Showing® LLC. Retrieved 7 August 2014.
- ^ Kit, Borys (June 13, 2016). "'San Andreas' Director Teams With James Wan for 'Malignant Man' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter.
- ^ http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/stranger-things-director-helm-sci-fi-thriller-malignant-at-fox-1027341