The ripple effects of the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes have sent shockwaves through Hollywood, paralyzing the industry’s most anticipated projects. Let’s delve into the background of each film and series caught in the crossfire.
Apples Never Fall
Based on a bestselling novel, “Apples Never Fall” was all set to explore a complex family drama with an ensemble cast of experienced actors. The film was in its early stages of script development when the strike hit.
Beetlejuice 2
As a sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 cult classic, “Beetlejuice 2” had already drummed up significant fan interest. The project was deep into pre-production, with several of the original cast members slated to return.
Deadpool 3
The third installment in the irreverent and wildly successful “Deadpool” franchise was in the midst of both scripting and early shooting. Fans had high expectations for what could be another box-office hit.
Gladiator 2
The long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” was finally moving forward, with a script and cast in place. Fans were already speculating on how the storyline would continue from the original movie.
Interview with the Vampire Season 2
The first season garnered a large following for its gothic storytelling. Season 2 had begun filming when the strikes halted all production, leaving its storyline incomplete.
Juror #2
This new legal drama had promise and had just received the green light for production. With its ensemble cast and innovative storytelling, it was one of the most anticipated new series of the year.
Lilo & Stitch
The live-action adaptation of the beloved 2002 animated film had a loyal fanbase eagerly awaiting its release. Filming had begun, with a strong focus on maintaining the heartwarming elements of the original.
Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part 2
Tom Cruise was set to reprise his iconic role in this sequel, part of the high-stakes “Mission: Impossible” series. It was in the middle of some of its most challenging stunts when filming was stopped.
Mortal Kombat 2
Following the success of the first film adaptation of the popular video game, “Mortal Kombat 2” had begun its initial stages of production. The film was in its early development stage, with a script nearly finalized.
Silo Season 2
The sleeper hit “Silo” had finished its first season on a cliffhanger and had started filming its second season. The series had amassed a dedicated following, eagerly waiting for the story to continue.
The Sandman Season 2
Based on Neil Gaiman’s beloved comic book series, “The Sandman” had just completed a successful first season. Plans for the second season were expansive and grand, and shooting had already commenced when it was halted.
Venom 3
The sequel to the successful “Venom” series had begun pre-production, with star Tom Hardy reprising his role. The franchise’s dedicated fans had high hopes for a third installment.
Wicked
Based on the Broadway hit, the “Wicked” movie adaptation had already faced numerous delays. The film was finally in its early stages of production, causing a lot of buzz in both the theater and movie communities.