Dwayne Johnson Starring In Disney Ride Movie ‘Jungle Cruise’
By Russ Fischer/Aug. 19, 2015 1:00 pm EST
The film, based on a ride that was in place when Disneyland first opened its doors in 1955, has been in development for a few years, but bringing The Rock on board indicates some new energy for the old idea.
THR reports, and there have been some changes behind the scenes in the years this has been developing. Back in 2011 David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman, who produced The Fighter, were the producers, and Roger S.H. Schulman was writing. (Tom Hanks and Tim Allen were going to star in that version.)
While the old incarnation of the movie was to be set in the modern day, this version is said to be a period piece.
No director is on board right now. Here’s a description of the long-running ride, which even employed John Lasseter as a skipper for some time.
Mother Nature is at her wildest as you pass Audio-Animatronics animals including the Bengal tiger, king cobras, elephants, lions and hyenas in their native habitats. Whether they’re feasting on their prey, scaring trespassing humans or splashing water, the animals will keep you on your toes.
As your skipper leads you ever deeper into the jungles past hare-brained explorers and ancient ruins, be prepared for some surprises along the way. Are there really hippopotamus and headhunters lying in wait? Your skipper’s sure to regale you with humorous tales of danger.
