Netflix is reporting TJ Hooker as a comic action movie

Netflix is returning to the world of TV processes of the 80s and giving one of its most recognizable titles a modern and comic touch.

The streaming giant has obtained the rights TJ HookerThe classic police drama that has originally acted William ShatnerAnd he is transforming it into a comic action film.

The original TJ Hooker The series debuted in 1982 and worked for five seasons, wrapping in 1986 after broadcasting 91 episodes. Shatner Tough-As-Nails sergeant followed. TJ Hooker, an expert policeman who deals with the emotional relapse from the death of his partner and a disordered divorce.

By trading with its distinctive in bourgeois detectives, Hooker returns to the duty to patrol the debutants and break down the type of criminals who broke his life. The cast also includes Heather Locklear, Adrian ZmedAND James Darren.

Now, Netflix is ready to reinvent that gritty crime fighter for the old school for today’s audience. Hooker’s “Rough Around the Edges” style seems to be made to measure for an update of the conscious and full of action comedy that plays with the way its methods could appear in a more progressive world.

There is still no confirmation if the 94 -year -old Shanner will appear in the film, but the fans will undoubtedly be held.

Jarrad Paul AND Andy Mogel They are set to write the script for adaptation. They will also produce the film alongside Sophie Cassidy AND Matt Crespy of 2.0 Entertainment, Adrian Askarieh of first universe films e Alex Westmorore of Vali Vista Films. The executive production team of the film includes Rick HuskyThe creator of the original show.

Paul and Mogel bring a solid comedian pedigree to the project. I am currently on display BertA Netflix series starring Bert Kreischerwho also have co-creating and written. Their characteristic Brotherinterpreted John dinner AND Eric Andre and directed by Matt SpicerHe is shooting this summer for Netflix.

Their past work includes Huge in France, The grinderAND The train D. with Jack Black AND James Marsden. They also co-scored the 2008 comedy Yes friendinterpreted Jim Carrey AND Zooey Deschaneland created the animated series Allen Gregory with Jonah Hill.

With TJ Hooker Returning to this new form, Netflix is banking to bring a family face back in a way that could attract both fans and new long -standing arrivals looking for a fresh and fun rotation on the genre Cop.

Source: deadline