Its one of those projects that already has a solid fan base, it spent many weeks on the NYTimes best sellers’ list and is getting a quick push into production. Variety reports that Jennifer Aniston (whose been signing up for several projects as of late) has signed on along with Owen Wilson. Furthermore, Shawn Levy who was attached to direct finally won’t – David Frankel who hit I out of the park with The Devil Wears Prada will be calling the shots for Marley & Me.
Based on Philadelphia Inquirer columnist John Grogan's memoir of life with his yellow Labrador retriever. Marley was adopted by Grogan and his wife. Their idea was to give them a taste of parenthood, but the dog proved to be a hyperactive handful. He wreaks havoc, gets kicked out of obedience school and gets even worse when the children begin to arrive, yet becomes an indispensable part of the family. Originally adapted by Don Roos, the latest version will be written by Scott Frank who wrote and directed this year’s The Lookout.
Plan is to begin production next year. Gil Netter and Karen Rosenfelt are producing.
