Apple Sets That Man From Rio Remake With Justin Lin, Sydney Sweeney
The adventure comedy moves into development at Apple Original Films with a script by Chase Palmer.
Overview
- Justin Lin will direct and produce the contemporary take on Philippe de Broca’s 1964 adventure comedy for Apple Original Films.
- Sydney Sweeney is set to star and will serve as an executive producer, reuniting with Apple following Echo Valley.
- Chase Palmer wrote the screenplay, positioning the project as a modern adventure-comedy that nods to the original’s tone.
- Kevin Walsh will produce through The Walsh Company under his first‑look deal with Apple TV, with Lin producing via Perfect Storm Entertainment.
- The lead hero role has not been cast, with reporting indicating it is expected to attract A‑list interest as production plans are not yet announced.