Posted: 8/31/18 at 1:54pm
Um, currently the same release date listed as the Wicked film...
https://www.broadway.com/buzz/193179/andrew-lloyd-webber-announces-release-date-for-starry-cats-film/
Posted: 8/31/18 at 4:05pm
I get counter-programming, but going directly against Star Wars doesn't seem like the smartest business move.
Posted: 8/31/18 at 4:13pm
The Wicked movie isn't happening (at least, not in a year's time.) I am making a firm prediction that the release date will be pushed back, as there is absolutely no way a Wicked movie will be ready in over a year when there is still no confirmation on a director, a cast, etc.
And yeah, supersam, it is really interesting to note that Cats is going up against Episode IX, but... as we saw in the last holiday season, counter-programming may be the best bet for the film, considering the fact that Jumanji and The Greatest Showman ended up being the "huge holiday hits" of 2017!
Granted, I still don't think a Cats movie will actually sell tickets (no matter the reviews), but what do I know?
Posted: 8/31/18 at 4:17pm
I don't think their goal is to be a $100m opening weekend blockbuster. They're likely hoping for a respectable opening and be a long-runner and awards-bait. This isn't exactly a Harry Potter/Avengers opening against Star Wars on the competition level.
Posted: 8/31/18 at 4:23pm
I kind of dig that.. Oh, how i'll miss the Zigfield that day
Posted: 8/31/18 at 4:45pm
Counter programming works. Look at Mamma Mia vs. The Dark Knight and The Devil Wears Prada v. Superman Returns. If marketed correctly, it shouldn't be a problem.
Posted: 8/31/18 at 9:01pm
Posted: 8/31/18 at 10:23pm
Going by Variety Wicked is delayed
Posted: 8/31/18 at 10:36pm
I don’t see this movie being a big hit anyway, so I doubt they’re worried about competing against Star Wars.
I can assure you Universal isn't going into this saying "this won't be a big hit."
Posted: 9/1/18 at 12:40pm
BroadwayNYC2 said: "Counter programming works. Look at Mamma Mia vs. The Dark Knight and The Devil Wears Prada v. Superman Returns. If marketed correctly, it shouldn't be a problem."
This isn't really counter programming though. Both films appeal to the same audience (families).
Posted: 12/12/18 at 5:25pm
Production on the film started today, marked with a photo from the set
https://www.facebook.com/catsmovie
Posted: 12/13/18 at 7:10am
