Apple Sets ‘That Man From Rio’ Remake With Justin Lin Directing, Sydney Sweeney Starring

The adventure-comedy is in development as a contemporary reimagining of the 1964 French film, from a screenplay by Chase Palmer.

Overview

Apple Original Films is developing the project, with Justin Lin attached to direct and produce and Sydney Sweeney set to star and serve as an executive producer.
Producer Kevin Walsh will make the film through The Walsh Company under his first-look deal with Apple, with Lin also producing via Perfect Storm Entertainment.
Chase Palmer wrote the script, drawing on Philippe de Broca’s 1964 classic that blended globe-trotting action and comedy.
The original film has been cited as an influence on filmmakers including Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, offering a tonal touchstone for the remake.
Casting beyond Sweeney, production start details, financing specifics, and a release date have not been announced.