Warner Bros. Green-Lights 'The Bodyguard' Remake with Sam Wrench Directing

The studio confirms Jonathan A. Abrams as screenwriter, with casting decisions yet to be announced.

Warner Bros. has officially approved a remake of the 1992 film 'The Bodyguard,' marking a significant step forward in a project long in development since 2011.
Sam Wrench, known for directing the 2023 concert film 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,' has been tapped to helm the project, signaling a fresh creative direction.
Jonathan A. Abrams, who wrote the screenplay for 'Juror No. 2,' is confirmed as the writer for the remake.
The original film, starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, achieved massive success with $411 million in box office revenue and an iconic soundtrack.
Casting for the remake remains unconfirmed, fueling speculation about who will take on the lead roles in this modern reimagining.