James Wan to Direct and Produce English-Language Remake of The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil for Paramount Pictures
James Wan has signed on to direct and produce an English-language remake of the Korean film The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil for Paramount Pictures. Don Lee, also known as Ma Dong-seok, who starred in the original movie, is set to star in the new project. This action crime thriller could be Wan's first feature since Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom in 2023. Wan will produce the film through his Atomic Monster banner, with Michael Clear also producing.
The movie, initially shown at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, follows a police officer and a crime boss who team up to track down a serial killer. As they each have their own reasons for catching the killer, the story is filled with double-crosses, cat-and-mouse games, and intense action between police and criminals and rival gangs. The original film starred Don Lee as the gangster, Kim Mu-yeol as the officer, and Kim Sung-kyu as the serial killer.
Shay Hatten, known for his work on the John Wick franchise, is writing the screenplay based on a draft by Brian Helgeland, who will serve as an executive producer. Paramount acquired the rights to the film in June 2022. The studio has been attracting top-tier filmmakers since being acquired by Skydance, with partnerships with the likes of the Duffer Brothers, Jon M. Chu, James Mangold, Issa Rae, and Dan Trachtenberg.
James Wan is a renowned director and producer known for his successful horror franchises, including The Conjuring Universe, Saw, and Insidious. He has directed two movies that grossed over $1 billion worldwide, Furious 7 and Aquaman. Wan is represented by CAA, Stacey Testro International, and Myman Greenspan Fox. Brian Helgeland is represented by WME and Jackoway Austen, while Shay Hatten is represented by CAA and Lichter Grossman.
In conclusion, James Wan's involvement in the English-language remake of The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil adds another exciting project to his impressive filmography. With a talented team of producers and a compelling storyline, this action crime thriller is poised to captivate audiences with its intense and suspenseful narrative.