The film adaptation is currently set for a December 22, 2021 release
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The filmmaker shared the news on his Twitter
The search for a screenwriter to collaborate with Chu on the project is now underway
The pilot will be penned by Solo: A Star Wars Story scribe Jonathan Kasdan
The Crazy Rich Asian director’s list includes everything from Better Luck Tomorrow to The Sixth Sense
It’s been three years since reports began circling of Benedict Cumberbatch joining the cast in an antagonistic role
The film was originally set to hit theaters on June 26, but has been pushed back indefinitely
Jon M. Chu is attached to direct and executive produce
The Crazy Rich Asians director will be busy for the next several years
The project may end up as a movie or a miniseries
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The film is expected to arrive summer of 2020
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Jon M. Chu’s adaptation is coming to theaters on August 17
The adaptation opens in theaters on August 17
Starring Michelle Yeoh, Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Gemma Chan