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Entertainment NewsDisney's 'Oliver Twist' Starring Ice Cube Coming Soon

Disney’s ‘Oliver Twist’ Starring Ice Cube Coming Soon

By: Megan Diane

Date:

September 29, 2021

Disney is partnering with Ice Cube to create a musical version of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.

Disney is partnering with Ice Cube to create a musical version of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney Studios is teaming with Ice Cube and Tony-winning director of Hamilton, Thomas Kail.

Oliver Twist is one of Charles Dickens' most popular works and centers around an orphan boy who leaves a life as an exploited child slave to joining a London gang.

The new Oliver Twist will be a modern musical with THR's sources calling it a hip-hop musical. Ice Cube will be attached to play Fargin, the leader of the London gang.

This news comes after Ice Cube found success with Straight Outta Compton and Ride Along 2. Ice Cube will star in the Atlanta filmed Fist Fight, which is set to hit theaters on February 17th.

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Megan Diane https://www.projectcasting.com

Hi, I'm Megan Browne, the Head of Partnerships at Project Casting - a job board for the entertainment industry. As Head of Partnerships, I help businesses find the best talent for their influencer campaigns, photo shoots, and film productions. Creating these partnerships has enabled me to help businesses scale and reach their true potential. I'm excited to continue driving growth by connecting people with projects they're passionate about.

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