Anaconda: Here is all we know about the new film

A brand new Anaconda movie is coming later this year
It was confirmed by its stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd
It is part of an existing franchise

Anaconda is returning in a new way with stars Paul Rudd and Jack Black.

In a clip confirming the news from December, Black told the camera, “We’re making a movie!”

In the same announcement, Rudd announced the Christmas Day release day, asking the camera,“You wanna get scared? You wanna laugh? You wanna celebrate with your friends? Or maybe you’re alone and sad and have nobody, but just wanna forget about that? It’s coming out on Christmas in 2025.”

The original series was released in 1997 and starred Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson and Ice Cube. The 1997 thriller told the story of a National Geographic production crew. It all turns dark when they are taken prisoner by a hunter, played by Jon Voight, seeking to capture the world’s most dangerous snake.

After earning $136 million, it was a certified hit and led to four follow-ups.

Here’s everything we know about the latest instalment in The Anaconda franchise starring Rudd and Black.

Who is starring in Anaconda?

Along with Rudd and Black, many other stars tipped to star. Others attached to the project include Thandiwe Netown, Daniela Melchior, Ione Skye, Ben Lawson and Selton Mello.

Is there a trailer?

A trailer is yet to be released. However, when it does land, we will update you as soon as possible.

What do we know about the plot of the new Anaconda movie?

Judging by the other films in the franchise with a similar name, it is probably safe to assume it has something scary to do with a giant snake.

According to Variety, Black and Rudd are not starring in a remake of its predecessors. It is believed to follow a gang of pals on the verge of a mid-life crisis seeking to recapture their glory days. To refind their mojo, they opt to remake a beloved movie. However, danger lurks in their chosen filming location, the jungle.

What is happening behind the scenes

The film is being brought to life by filmmaker Tom Gormincan with a script co-written by The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent director and Kevin Etten.

It is set to be produced by Brad Fuller and Andrew Form through their company, Fully Formed. The venture is believed to be a part of the first-look deal they signed with Sony’s Screen Gems.

Rudd and Black have a form of working with Sony as they did huge franchises, Jumanji and Ghostbusters, with them. They both appeared in the comedy Year One.