Overview
- Semafor reports President Trump personally pressed Skydance chief David Ellison to revive the franchise, drawing on ties to Larry and David Ellison.
- Variety says Paramount is close to a distribution-only arrangement that would pay a fixed fee while outside partners handle financing and marketing.
- Under the reported terms, Warner Bros./New Line would receive a share of box-office receipts despite not releasing the film.
- Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker are expected to return to their roles, according to multiple reports.
- Brett Ratner is being considered to direct, marking a potential comeback after 2017 sexual misconduct allegations led studios to cut ties.