Key Takeaways:
– Peter Jackson remains actively involved in producing the sequel to 2011's ‘The Adventures of Tintin.'
– The original plan for a 2015 sequel was delayed due to Steven Spielberg's hectic schedule.
– Actor Andy Serkis has confirmed Jackson's ongoing participation in the sequel at a recent film festival.
– Despite significant silence surrounding the project, the Tintin sequel is not forgotten.
Are you a Tintin fan who's been eagerly counting the days since Steven Spielberg's underappreciated ‘The Adventures of Tintin' movie hit the screens in 2011? Well, you're not alone. More than a decade after the release, fans across the world are still looking forward to a sequel to the animated sensation. And guess who's working to make that happen? None other than producer Peter Jackson.
Confirmed: Sequel Still in the Works
The silence around ‘The Adventures of Tintin 2' after its initial announcement in 2011 had left many wondering if the sequel would ever see the light of day. However, Andy Serkis, who lent his voice to characters Captain Archibald Haddock and Sir Francis Haddock in the original film, confirms that Jackson is still seriously invested in the sequel. This bit of info comes straight from French entertainment reporter Alexandre Loos, who managed to catch up with Serkis at the Annecy Animation Festival.
Delays and Departures
Initial plans saw Spielberg aiming for a 2015 release for the sequel. That didn't quite pan out. Why, you ask? Spielberg's jam-packed schedule forced the release date of ‘The Adventures of Tintin 2' to take a backseat. To further add to the intrigue, the sequel was set to adapt two books from the popular Tintin series. Anthony Horowitz was reportedly penning the screenplay but left midway in 2018, causing another setback. And although it stirred up anticipation, we're still waiting for the announcement of a new writer.
A Stellar Team on Board
You might be thinking, what made ‘The Adventures of Tintin' so special, anyway? The answer: A superstar creative team. With Spielberg directing, Jackson producing, and Edgar Wright and Steven Moffat on the screenplay, it's not hard to see why. And let's not forget the voice cast: Jamie Bell as Tintin, Andy Serkis as Captain Haddock, Daniel Craig, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and others. An impressive blend of talent that struck just the right note, studio-animating the very soul and mystery of the beloved source material.
Keep Hope Alive!
For now, all we can do is keep our fingers crossed. It's clear that everyone in the original team is quite busy, but that's no reason to sideline Tintin, especially considering how stunning the original film was. So don't be shy, Tintin fans. Let's bring our hopes for ‘The Adventures of Tintin 2' back into the light.
And remember: No one believed ‘The Adventures of Tintin' sequel was happening until Serkis spoke up. Who knows what other surprises await us in this cinematic adventure? If you're as excited as we are for ‘The Adventures of Tintin 2,' feel free to join the conversation in the comments below.
