Chace Crawford officially set for Footloose – TFC Morning Report
Top Story: Gossip Girl star Chace Crawford has put pen to paper, signing on to star in the Footloose remake. Rumors about Crawford’s casting have circulated for weeks, but Crawford hadn’t officially joined until yesterday. He will take on a role that was originally filled by Zac Efron. When Efron passed director Kenny Ortega and Paramount decided it was best to go with Diet Zac. Footloose is scheduled to hit theaters next summer. (Variety)
In Other News:Ghostbusters 3 could start filming this winter if Dan Akroyd has anything to say about it. (LAT)
Robert Pattinson says he’s down for Breaking Dawn, the fourth Twilight Saga film, but his busy schedule may hold up production. (THR)
IFC Films has picked up the North American distribution rights to Francois Ozon’s thriller Ricky. (Variety)
IFC also picked up Ken Loach’s Eric for U.S. distribution. (THR)
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