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The Munsters
File:The Munsters 2022 poster.png
Official logo
Directed byRob Zombie
Written byRob Zombie
Based on
The Munsters
by
Produced byRob Zombie
Starring
CinematographyZoran Popovic
Edited byGlenn Garland
Music byZeuss
Production
companies
Distributed byUniversal Pictures Home Entertainment
Release date
  • 2022 (2022)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Munsters is an upcoming American comedy horror film produced, written and directed by Rob Zombie, based on the 1960s family television sitcom of the same name. The film stars Sheri Moon Zombie, Jeff Daniel Phillips, Daniel Roebuck and Richard Brake as the titular family, with Sylvester McCoy as Igor.

The Munsters is a co-production of Universal 1440 Entertainment and Spookshow International Films, and is set to be released in 2022 by Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

Cast

Plot

Due to the absence of the characters Eddie Munster and Marilyn Munster in cast lists and promotional material, many fans have speculated the movie is a prequel set before either of them joined the family. As of now, these rumors remain unsubstantiated. Per Rob Zombie's website, plot details are to be released soon. [11]

Development

Pre-production

In March 2021, it was reported through various news outlets that Rob Zombie was developing a feature film adaptation of the 1960s television series, The Munsters.[12] In April of the same year, it was also reported that the project was being developed as a simultaneous theatrical and Peacock exclusive film.[13][14]

In June 2021, Zombie confirmed these negotiations with his next feature film officially being The Munsters, with the filmmaker serving as writer/director on the project. Zombie, a life-long fan of the television series, stated that he had pursued developing a film for over twenty years.[15][16][17] In July 2021, the filmmaker's wife Sheri Moon Zombie stated that the film was in the pre-production stage with the crew currently scouting for filming locations.[18] Rob Zombie revealed later that month that the character designs would be faithful to the source material, and that an exact replica of the Mockingbird Lane Mansion was being made for the film.[19][20][21]

Through pre-production, Zombie had been posting continually on his Instagram updating fans on the status of the film. On July 19, 2021, Zombie revealed the empty location that would be turned into the Munster's neighborhood. The only thing done at that point had been the grading for where the road would be paved.[22] His next update came on July 21 with a glimpse at the early sculpting for Herman Munster's head prosthetic.[23] Sometime between the 19th of July and the 24th, construction had begun for the Munster's home, and the neighboring houses, in addition to drains being dug, and curbs being laid that would eventually edge the road.[24] The asphalt for the road was in place by August 8, 2021.[25]

Casting

On October 18, 2021, Zombie officially revealed the first members of the cast, including Jeff Daniel Phillips, Sheri Moon Zombie, and Dan Roebuck.[26]

Filming

Principal photography began in Budapest, Hungary.[27]

Release

The Munsters is scheduled to be released in 2022.[28] Referring to Zombie's previous R-rated films, he announced "for those of you speculating, wondering and assuming that The Munsters would be dirty, violent and nasty... well, you are wrong, the film is rated PG". The film is coming soon on Digital, Blu-Ray & DVD[29]

References

  1. ^ Devore, Britta. "'The Munsters': Jorge Garcia Joins Rob Zombie's Reboot Film as Floop". Collider. Retrieved March 28, 2022.
  2. ^ Zinski, Dan (January 14, 2022). "The Munsters Image: Rob Zombie Reveals First Look At Catherine Schell's Character". Screen Rant. Retrieved January 15, 2022.
  3. ^ Collis, Clark (March 11, 2022). "First look at Cassandra 'Elvira' Peterson in Rob Zombie's reboot of 'The Munsters'". EW.com.
  4. ^ Squires, John (March 11, 2022). "Rob Zombie Shares First Look at Cassandra Peterson in 'The Munsters' Movie!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved April 21, 2022.
  5. ^ Korngut, Josh. "'The Munsters': Horror Icon Dee Wallace Joins The Cast Of Rob Zombie's Reboot!". Dread Central. Retrieved April 12, 2022.
  6. ^ Korngut, Josh. "'The Munsters': Pat Priest—AKA Marilyn Munster—Is Reportedly Appearing In Rob Zombie's Reboot". Dread Central. Retrieved April 15, 2022.
  7. ^ Squires, John. "First Look at Jeremy Wheeler as Mr. Gateman in Rob Zombie's 'The Munsters'". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved April 18, 2022.
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  12. ^ Murphy, Charles (April 2021). "Exclusive: Rob Zombie Set to Helm 'The Munsters' Film for Universal". Murphy's Multiverse. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  13. ^ Miska, Brad (April 19, 2021). "Rob Zombie's 'The Munsters' Could Be a Peacock Exclusive [Rumor]". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  14. ^ Cingrana, Joe (April 20, 2021). "Rob Zombie's reboot of 'The Munsters' might be coming straight to streaming". MSN.com. Retrieved July 7, 2021.
  15. ^ Ferme, Antonio (June 7, 2021). "Rob Zombie Set to Direct 'The Munsters' Movie". Variety. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  16. ^ Welk, Brian (June 7, 2021). "Rob Zombie to Direct 'The Munsters' Movie Based on '60s Sitcom". The Wrap. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  17. ^ Zinski, Dan (June 7, 2021). "Rob Zombie's Munsters Movie Confirmed With Official Logo". Screen Rant. Retrieved June 22, 2021.
  18. ^ Barnhardt, Adam (July 2, 2021). "The Munsters: Sheri Moon Zombie Offers Status Update on Rob Zombie's Reboot". Comicbook.com. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  19. ^ Pedersen, Erik; Grobar, Matt (July 12, 2021). "Rob Zombie Unveils 'Munsters' House Blueprint, Teasing Return To Mockingbird Lane". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  20. ^ Nelson, Jeff (July 14, 2021). "Rob Zombie Reveals The Munsters Wardrobe For Lily & Herman". Screen Rant. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  21. ^ Nelson, Jeff (July 15, 2021). "Rob Zombie Teases Grandpa Munster's New Look In The Munsters". Screen Rant. Retrieved July 17, 2021.
  22. ^ "RobZombieOfficial - Instagram - July 19th Post". Instagram. July 19, 2021. Retrieved August 9, 2021.
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  25. ^ "@RobZombieOfficial - Instagram - August 8, 2021 Post". Instagram. August 8, 2021. Retrieved August 9, 2021.
  26. ^ Tangcay, Jazz (October 18, 2021). "'The Munsters' First Look: Rob Zombie Shares the Cast in Costume in Front of the Iconic Mansion". Variety. Retrieved October 19, 2021.
  27. ^ Shafer, Ellise (June 12, 2021). "Rob Zombie Reveals Blueprint for 'The Munsters' House in Upcoming Film". Variety. Retrieved July 13, 2021.
  28. ^ Earl, William (June 8, 2022). "'The Munsters' Teaser: Rob Zombie's Dark Remake Comes to Life With New Opening Credits". Variety. Retrieved June 8, 2022.
  29. ^ Sharf, Zack (March 10, 2022). "Rob Zombie Says 'The Munsters' Reboot Is Rated PG: It's Not 'Dirty, Violent and Nasty'". Variety. Retrieved March 10, 2022.