Chewie movie production status is currently Development
August 4, 2012 • Story selection and rights acquired; idea being crafted into usable script; financing and casting attachments sought; aiming for 'greenlight'
Who's Involved:
Plot: What's the story about?
Set against the backdrop of the making of Star Wars, Peter Mayhew tries to balance a career as a hospital worker while chasing Hollywood dreams by playing furry suited alien Chewbacca, who goes on to become one of the most iconic screen sidekicks in modern times.
modified plot formulation from hollywoodreporter.com
Poll: Will you see Chewie?
Who stars in Chewie: Cast List
No cast available.
Who's making Chewie: Crew List
A look at the Chewie behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Kyle Newman last directed 1Up and Barely Lethal. The film's writer Evan Susser last wrote Sonic the Hedgehog and Fist Fight.
Director
Screenwriters
Producers
D.J. GugenheimJess Rosenthal
Companies
Watch Chewie Trailers & Videos
No trailer available.
Production: What we know about Chewie?
Key Facts
- Based on a true story. The script was on the 2011 Blacklist.
Filming Timeline
- 2012 - August: The film was set to Development status.
Chewie Release Date: When is the film coming out?
Chewie is coming out as a release To Be Announced (TBA). There are 9,421 other movies coming out on the same date, including Popeye, The Rosie Project and Shrek 5.