The 39 Clues movie production status is currently Announced
August 22, 2013 • Intentions to make the movie; early in development Universal Pictures is in negotiations to pick up the adaptation of Scholastic’s 10-book adventure series, out of turnaround from DreamWorks.
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Plot: What's the story about?
The Cahills, the most powerful family in the world, have numerous powers which are revealed through 39 clubs that are hidden around the world and scattered throughout history. It begins with the death of Cahill clan matriarch Grace, who changes her will at the last moment, giving her descendants the choice between $1 million or a clue.
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Who stars in The 39 Clues: Cast List
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Who's making The 39 Clues: Crew List
A look at the The 39 Clues behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Brett Ratner last directed Hercules and Movie 43. The film's writer Jeff Nathanson last wrote The Lion King and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.
Companies
Production Company
DreamWorks Studios (Former)
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Production: What we know about The 39 Clues?
Key Facts
- DreamWorks picked up movie rights in 2008 as a potential vehicle for Steven Spielberg. During the development process, a script was written by Jeff Nathanson (Catch Me If You Can). It's unclear if Nathanson's script will move to Universal or if the studio will commission a new screenplay (Hollywood Reporter, 8/20/13).
- Based on the Scholastic 10-book adventure series by Rick Riordan. The book series was part of a multi-platform media puzzle chase that included collectable cards and an online game.
Filming Timeline
- 2013 - August: The film was set to Announced status.
Universal Pictures is in negotiations to pick up the adaptation of Scholastic’s 10-book adventure series, out of turnaround from DreamWorks.
- 2008 - November: The film was set to Development status.
The 39 Clues Release Date: When is the film coming out?
The 39 Clues is coming out as a release To Be Announced (TBA). There are 9,433 other movies coming out on the same date, including The Rosie Project, Shrek 5 and The Woman in the Yard.