THE RETURN OF THE ROCKETEER In The Works For Disney+; David Oyelowo Circling Lead Role

THE RETURN OF THE ROCKETEER In The Works For Disney+; David Oyelowo Circling Lead Role

We've been hearing about plans to reboot The Rocketeer for many years, and a sequel /reimagining of the original is now in the works for the Disney+ streaming service, with David Oyelowo attached to star.

By MarkCassidy - Aug 30, 2021 05:08 PM EST
Filed Under: The Rocketeer
Source: Deadline

We first heard about Disney's plans to reboot The Rocketeer all the way back in 2016 when a sequel to Joe Johnston's original was announced with a Black female lead taking over the Rocketeer mantle from Cliff Secord (Billy Campbell). That obviously never came to pass, and the idea was rejigged several times over the years.

Now, a very different version of the project is reportedly in the works for Disney+.

According to Deadline, The Return of the Rocketeer is being developed for the streaming service, with David and Jessica Oyelowo set to produce under their Yoruba Saxon banner. The former is also said to be circling the lead role, but it sounds like it's far from a done deal.

The script, which was penned by Now You See Me and Jessica Jones writer Ed Ricourt, will focus on "a retired Tuskegee airman who takes up the Rocketeer mantle."

Johnston's 1991 film was an adaptation of Dave Stevens’ graphic novel, and focused on a young pilot who stumbles across a prototype jetpack that allows him to become a rocket-propelled hero. It was a modest hit, and despite not being particularly well-received by critics at the time, it has since gone on to achieve cult status.

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valmic
valmic - 8/30/2021, 5:42 PM
I want a true sequel to the movie. It’s so good.
ElricReturns
ElricReturns - 8/30/2021, 7:16 PM
@micvalpro - it's one of my top 3 pulpy classics from my teen years with The Phantom and The Shadow. I would put Dark Man in there too.
mastakilla39
mastakilla39 - 8/30/2021, 8:14 PM
@micvalpro - Saw it recently and thought it was overrated. It's an okay film and I can see why Marvel chose the director for Captain America 1. Not sure who this is being made for as this is a niche film and can turn out like Netflix's Dark Crystal prequel flop.
valmic
valmic - 8/30/2021, 9:06 PM
@ElricReturns - Yes and Mask of Zorro!
tylerzero
tylerzero - 8/30/2021, 5:42 PM
I'm embarrassed to say that I've never seen the Rocketeer.
dracula
dracula - 8/30/2021, 5:48 PM
Do a passing of the torch with the original.
ElricReturns
ElricReturns - 8/30/2021, 7:23 PM
@dracula - 100% for this!
ElricReturns
ElricReturns - 8/30/2021, 9:22 PM
@dracula - actually... that would likely mean bringing it into a different time period and that era is part of the charm.
Spock0Clock
Spock0Clock - 8/30/2021, 9:55 PM
@dracula - Bring back both Billy Campbell and Jennifer Connelly, that's all I ask.

Repian
Repian - 8/30/2021, 5:48 PM
Rocketeer could be an American hero from the past.

So, Oyelowo could be a pilot in the US Air Force. So he is chosen to be part of the new Rocketeer project.
Repian
Repian - 8/30/2021, 5:54 PM
@Repian - I can even imagine more than one candidate. The Rocketeer Squad. Five pilots soaring through the sky.
FlixMentallo21
FlixMentallo21 - 8/30/2021, 7:47 PM
@Repian - I thought the rumor was the character would be a retired Tuskegee Airman who takes up the mantle.
bkmeijer2
bkmeijer2 - 8/31/2021, 12:41 AM
@Repian - thats a pretty solid idea actually
thelastson18
thelastson18 - 8/30/2021, 5:50 PM
I always loved the design of the rocketeer, maybe it’s time for a rewatch. Haven’t seen the original in years.
Steel86
Steel86 - 8/30/2021, 5:52 PM
Rocketeer is one of my childhood faves. Up there with The Shadow and The Phantom. I like the actor but not sure about him as a leading hero, we'll see.
LSHF
LSHF - 8/30/2021, 5:52 PM
I have it on Blu-ray, but haven't seen the film yet. I'll make sure I watch it before this new one is released.
Timerider84
Timerider84 - 8/30/2021, 5:57 PM
The original lead actor, Billy Campbell from the 1991 film should cameo in this. Keep the Rocketeer main theme, add to it some, but keep the main theme intact.
Godzilla2000Zer
Godzilla2000Zer - 8/30/2021, 5:57 PM
I'm interested I really like David
marvel72
marvel72 - 8/30/2021, 5:58 PM
A good little movie,looking forward to the sequel.
Nightmare
Nightmare - 8/30/2021, 6:03 PM
Loved the Original. Also introduced me to the love of my life.

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