BLACK ADAM Producer Gives An Update On The Status Of The DC Film; Promises It's "Definitely Happening"

BLACK ADAM Producer Gives An Update On The Status Of The DC Film; Promises It's "Definitely Happening"

It's been a while since we heard anything about the planned Black Adam movie starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in the lead role, but producer Hiram Garcia has now shared a positive update. Take a look...

By MarkCassidy - Aug 28, 2018 12:08 PM EST
Filed Under: Black Adam
Yes, the Black Adam movie is still happening - at least according to producer Hiram Garcia.

Though it's been some time since we had an official update on the status of the Shazam! spinoff, Collider caught up with Garcia and asked him where things currently stand with the DC Comics adaptation.


"Black Adam is definitely happening. We’re actually very deep into a script on it right now, which is coming along really well. I’m really excited with the story we’ve crafted. Look, I’ve always been a huge comic book fan. I’ve always had this dream, I’ve always wanted to—You know, you kind of have like these goals of like, ‘One day I’d love to be able to do this and this,’ and making a superhero movie was definitely always one of my dreams. For the longest time, you know you kind of have this living superhero in Dwayne Johnson, so I was always trying to figure out what’s the perfect character that will kind of fit him and his look and his build and his kind of edge and the attitude he’s got."

Originally, the plan was for Black Adam to be introduced in Shazam! before taking the lead in his own movie, but it was later decided to keep the antihero away from The Big Red Cheese's first big-screen adventure. Garcia says the reason for this is that they "didn’t want to compromise either of them by cramming them both into the same movie. "

The producer then adds that they are currently doing revisions on the latest draft of the script from Adam Sztykiel, and promises that the generally quite violent and volatile Adam will not be losing his edge.


"He’s got edge to him. Like, he’s not the boy scout superhero, he’s the guy that’s like, okay, you cross him? Well, I rip your head off, and then I move on to the next guy.”

Could Black Adam be the first R-rated "Worlds of DC" movie, perhaps?

Be sure to check out the full interview HERE, and let us know what you think in the comments down below.
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MrCamw1
MrCamw1 - 8/28/2018, 12:16 PM
This might end up like Gambit where it stays in development hell, and I think they announced this film way before Gambit. Hell I think they were talking about the DJ playing Adam before 2010.
TheRationalNerd
TheRationalNerd - 8/28/2018, 12:17 PM
Odd direction to go but he sounds very enthusiastic about the comics and the character. Not the biggest informed person when it comes to Black Adam or even Shazam but I did see the animated flicks few years back. That was very good.
WakandaTech
WakandaTech - 8/28/2018, 12:18 PM
Do people still get hyped for DCEU movies that MIGHT be happening?

I'm still waiting for 'New Gods'details

lol
AvengersRock
AvengersRock - 8/28/2018, 12:24 PM
@WakandaTech - I know. I wish they'd get off their asses and make some movies. Isn't that they business they are in?

I'm a marvel guy...always have been, but I should would like for DC to be successful with their movies. I've enjoyed their movies, even through the flaws. I want more!!!
Chewtoy
Chewtoy - 8/28/2018, 12:53 PM
@AvengersRock - They're pretty clearly waiting for the results of Aquaman's box office to come in before they fully commit to any new direction.
SimplyAz
SimplyAz - 8/28/2018, 12:19 PM
Looking forward to seeing the Rock in a Comic Book Movie. I thought Skyscraper was okay, but was glad to see him tackle a dramatic role, as for me his best role as an actor has been as Driver in Faster.

Also excited to see that the new Big Trouble in Little China is a Sequel and not a remake.
The Rock as Kurt Russel's long lost son?
I'll definitely watch it.
http://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/big-trouble-in-little-china/246648/new-big-trouble-in-little-china-movie-isnt-a-reboot
SimplyAz
SimplyAz - 8/28/2018, 12:23 PM
Seriously I love Big Trouble in Little China. Also has there ever been a more likeable and easy going actor as Kurt?

As well as Big Trouble, there was Tango and Cash, and Captain Ron.
Glad to see he made a comeback.



SimplyAz
SimplyAz - 8/28/2018, 12:37 PM
@guyatadesk -

As a kid we had it on VHS, but I haven't seen it since then, but remember loving it.
Also it had the legendary Martin Short.
Loved his Special on Netflix with Steve Martin.
SimplyAz
SimplyAz - 8/28/2018, 12:46 PM
@guyatadesk -

Oh man, I've never seen it, will have to check it out.
I always grew up on his films like, Three Amigos, THree Fugitives and Father of the Bride.
AyMan
AyMan - 8/28/2018, 12:47 PM
@guyatadesk - Classic [frick]ing movie. The amount of anger coming from Charles Grodin is damn near perfect, exceeding Beethoven levels of Grodin anger.
AyMan
AyMan - 8/28/2018, 12:50 PM
@guyatadesk - "If you don't leave that dinosaur alone, I'm going to kill you" LMAO, the delivery on that line. Perfect.
Santanaonfire
Santanaonfire - 8/28/2018, 12:50 PM
@SimplyAz - I got to see that special live in Chicago, it was epic!
SimplyAz
SimplyAz - 8/28/2018, 12:57 PM
@Santanaonfire -

That must have been amazing, getting to see both Steve Martin and Martin SHort together. Must have been a real experience.
AyMan
AyMan - 8/28/2018, 1:17 PM
@guyatadesk - I agree kind of like an unnerving dark horror comedy. That would of been interesting, but boy oh boy THAT movie lol.

That, and Bean The Movie, I love that comedy too.
SpideyQuad
SpideyQuad - 8/28/2018, 2:39 PM
@guyatadesk - but he's not funny... besides looking
Ha1frican
Ha1frican - 8/28/2018, 12:20 PM
AvengersRock
AvengersRock - 8/28/2018, 12:20 PM
I wish I understood where DC was going with their shared/not shared universe. They've got over 20 movies in development and only 2 on the schedule.

I hope Aquaman is successful enough to give them confidence to go forward more quickly. And where is another Batman or Superman movie? I feel like their two most important characters are in development hell. What's up with that????
Ha1frican
Ha1frican - 8/28/2018, 12:22 PM
@AvengersRock - Batman I have more faith in as it’s Matt Reeves and he’s doesn’t really put a lot out there when he works so unless we hear that he’s left I say that one is still cooking
AyMan
AyMan - 8/28/2018, 12:29 PM
@AvengersRock - Because of Batman v Superman & Justice League.

It really left a sour taste in a lot of audiences.
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