Quick News: F1, Robin, Kill, Tecmo, Tony
F1 Sequel
At the Apple TV press day in Los Angeles, F1 sporting president Stefano Domenical says while a sequel to last year’s “F1” is too early to announce, it’s looking like the tech giant and the sport will expand their deal beyond this film. He tells Formula1.com:
We’re going to tell you something more in the future. Never say never. But we need to digest the success of this movie more, because it was unique. And if you want to think of a new one, it has to be really, very, very good. Therefore, if this will happen, it will not be for next year. But maybe next year we’re going to be here [at the press day], and hopefully we have something more to announce [then].”
The Death of Robin Hood
A24 has announced a June 19th 2026 release date for the Hugh Jackman-led gritty action-adventure drama “The Death of Robin Hood”. Michael Sarnoski helms the film, which released a trailer last month that drew comparisons to “Logan” but for the Robin Hood character. Bill Skarsgård, Jodie Comer, Murray Bartlett, Faith Delaney, and Noah Jupe co-star. [Source: A24]
Kill Switch
Jake Gyllenhaal is attached to star in the Harrison Query-penned action thriller “Kill Switch” at Netflix. Dubbed “Collateral meets Sicario”, plot details are under wraps but Gyllenhaal, Matt Reeves, Josh McLauglin, Scott Glassgold and Lynn Harris will produce. [Source: Deadline]
Tecmo Bowl
Tongal (“Piece by Piece”) is developing a feature film based on Koei Tecmo’s classic 1980s football arcade and NES game “Tecmo Bowl,” one that will “combine live action with animated gameplay sequences”. The studio plans to collaborate with its community of over 160,000 creatives on the project. [Source: Variety]
Tony the Tattooed Man
Tracie Laymon (“Bob Trevino Likes It”) will pen and direct a live-action film based on the 1992 action figure “Tony the Tattooed Man” at Mattel Studios. The novelty toy was a muscle-bound action figure that kids could decorate his body with soluble temporary tattoos applied by hand. The Robbie Brenner and Ivan Sanchez-produced film aims to be a “character-driven drama that blends surreal fantasy with emotional depth”. [Source: Deadline]