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An iconic Disney villain has secured a big-screen movie spin-off.
Disney is currently developing a movie spin-off centered around the character of Gaston.
Disney villain Gaston is getting a live-action spin-off movieCredit: Alamy
But fans are already unimpressedCredit: Alamy
Luke Evans portrayed him in the last live-action adaptationCredit: Refer to Caption
According to Deadline , it will be a live-action film focused on the character and is understood to be in the early stages of development.
Gaston was portrayed by an actor in the hugely popular 2017 film, which was a box office success.
This led to plans for a solo spin-off TV series starring Luke, but it was eventually canceled.
Now, Gaston is back in the spotlight, with sources telling Deadline that it will be a brand new project featuring a different actor in the role.
Dave Callaham has penned the script for the project, with Michelle Rejwan taking on the role of producer.
Dave has previously written scripts for characters such as Godzilla and King Kong.
More details about the movie are expected to be announced soon, and it is understood to have become a priority project for Disney.
However, the announcement does not seem to have been well-received by fans of the franchise.
Many have taken to X to express that there is no need for the spin-off.
One user bluntly stated: “Literally no one asked for this.”
Another added: “Another pointless live-action cash grab, and I’m somehow more irritated that they chose this character of all Disney villains.”
A third commenter wrote: “Let me guess, he’s misunderstood and actually not a bad guy?”
A fourth remarked: “Gaston doesn’t need a movie! Create new stories, Disney!”
While a fifth expressed frustration: “Is he misunderstood too? Come on, not all villains need a backstory; let them be a******s.”
More details on the film are expected in due courseCredit: Alamy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new spin-off movie about?
The new spin-off movie will focus on the character of Gaston from Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" and is currently in the early stages of development.
Who will play Gaston in the new movie?
The new project will feature a different actor stepping into the role of Gaston, although the casting details have not yet been announced.
When will more information about the movie be released?
More details about the movie are expected to be announced soon, as it has become a priority project for Disney.
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