Get ready to buckle up for a wild ride as Hollywood revives a beloved classic for the big screen in 2024. ‘The Fall Guy,’ the iconic TV series from the ’80s, is making a triumphant return as a thrilling movie adaptation. Fans of the original show and newcomers alike are eagerly anticipating this cinematic adventure, promising action-packed stunts, gripping drama, and a nostalgic nod to the past. In this blog post, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about ‘The Fall Guy’ 2024 movie, from its inception to casting decisions, plot hints, and what to expect from this modern take on a beloved classic. So, grab your popcorn and join us !!
The Fall Guy Series (1981-86)
Glen Albert Larson an American writer, producer, musician, and director who created Fall Guy an action adventure series which is distributed by ABC (1981 -1986) network. This show starred Lee Majors, Douglas Bare, Heather Thomas & others. Glen was the producer, theme music composer, and jointly with his production house and 20th Century Fox production. This series has 5 seasons and 113 episodes in total. Each episode is on average 45 minutes long. A video game, a board game and a comic strip came as an adaptation from this series respectively.
Poster of The Fall Guy series
Plot: Colt is a stuntman in Hollywood who also works as a bounty hunter at night. He’s joined by his cousin Howie Munson (Douglas Barr) and their friend Jody Banks (Heather Thomas), who is also a stuntwoman. Together, they tackle dangerous missions to catch criminals while orchestrating their daytime jobs doing stunts for movies. The show is famous for its mix of action, humor, and impressive stunts, with each episode bringing a new adventure for Colt and his team.
Cast
- Lee majors as Colt Seavers
- Douglas Barr as Howie Munson
- Heather Thomas as Jody Banks
- Jo Ann Pflug as Big Jack
The Fall Guy (2024)
Runtime: 2h5m
Genre: Action Comedy
Directed by David Leitch & written by Drew Pearce, “The Fall Guy” movie is going to be released this year. This movie is based on the story The Fall Guy series. This movie stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. Original score was done by Dominic Lewis and Blake Shelton who made a cover of “Unknown Stuntman” which is the main theme by Glen A. Larson.
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“The Fall Guy” already had its premiere in SXSW on March 12, 2024. This movie will be in theaters by Universal Pictures on May 3, 2024.
Plot: Colt Seavers has to come back to his job as a stuntman, while a star of a big budget movie is nowhere to be found.
Cast
- Rayan Gosling as Colt Seavers.
- Aaron Taylor Johnson as Tom Ryder.
- Winston Duke as Dantucker.
- Emily Blunt as Jody Moreno.
- Hannah Waddingham as Gali.
As we eagerly await the release of ‘The Fall Guy’ movie in 2024, the anticipation continues to build for fans of the original series and newcomers alike. With its promise of adrenaline-pumping action, clever storytelling, and a touch of nostalgia, this cinematic adaptation is poised to capture the hearts of audiences worldwide. Be sure to stay tuned for updates, trailers, and exclusive insights as we count down to the big-screen debut of ‘The Fall Guy.’ Until then, keep the excitement alive, and let’s get ready to witness Colt Seavers and his crew soar to new heights in this thrilling cinematic adventure
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