Now we can see the first images of the reboot of Time Bandits directed by Lisa Kudrow for Apple TV
Apple TV+ has shared the first look at Terry Gilliam’s classic sci-fi adventure Time Bandits starring Taika Waititi (Thor: Love and Thunder). This preview created great anticipation among fans of the original series and Waititi’s work.
Amazing plot
In the year In 2022, we’ve learned that Thor: Love and Thunder director Waititi is remaking the classic ’80s sci-fi film Time Bandits with frequent collaborator Jemaine Clement (Legion, What We Do in the Shadows). Apple TV+. Additionally, famous Friends actress Lisa Kudrow will star in this ambitious series.
Now, thanks to Entertainment Weekly’s summer lineup preview, we have our first look at this highly anticipated series.
Star cast
Kudrow leads a cast that includes Kal-El Tak (Invisible Evil), Charlene Yee (Battled), Thadg Murphy (A Conversation With Friends), Roger Jean Nsengiumva (You Don’t Know Me), Run Temte (Eddie The Eagle). , Kiera Thompson (Martyrs Lane) and Rachel House (Heartbreak Peak). Although certain plot details are still being kept under wraps, the series is described as “an epic journey through time and space that follows an eleven-year story of a group of thieves and their new recruit.”
Kudrow plays Penelope, the leader of the group; with Tuck as Kevin; Yi as Judy; Murphy as tall; Nsengyumva as Widgit; Temte as Bittelig; Thompson as Saffron and House as Fianna. The series consists of 10 episodes and follows Kevin as he joins this gang of outlaws led by Penelope.
Whitey and Clement’s vision
Waititi expressed his delight at working with Kudrow, saying he has admired her work over the years, particularly on the HBO series The Comeback. “I just love Lisa Kudron and I thought it would be amazing to see her lead a group of idiots over time,” the filmmaker explained.
Clement, for his part, recalled his first hearing of Gilliam’s first film: “It was something I had never seen before.” I remember being so scared. “Many of the children’s movies of that time were not creative and imaginative.” Clement added that the film was one of his first introductions to British humor and Terry Gilliam comedy.
Waititi will direct the first two episodes, which will be co-produced by Paramount Television Studios, Anonymous Content AC Studios and MRC Television.
A nostalgic trip to the past
The first Time Bandits movie, directed, produced and co-written by Terry Gilliam, was released in 1981 and quickly became a cult classic. The story follows a young man who embarks on an adventure with a group of thieves who steal wealth in different eras of history. The film features an all-star cast including Sean Connery, John Cleese, Shelley Duvall, Ralph Richardson, Kathryn Helmond, Ian Holm, Michael Palin, Peter Vaughn and David Warner.
This reboot promises to capture the magic and imagination of the original film, while introducing new elements and characters that will appeal to both fans of the original film and new audiences.
First look at the series
Fans can now catch a glimpse of the Time Bandits sequel directed by Taika Waititi and starring Lisa Kudrow. Expectations are high and this new interpretation of the classic adventure story is expected to bring freshness and fun to the Apple TV+ catalog.
If you want to relive the magic of the original, here’s the trailer for the 1981 Time Bandits movie:
With a top-notch creative team and talented cast, Taika Waititi’s Time Bandits promises to be one of the most exciting releases of the year. This re-imagining of a beloved sci-fi classic is meant to capture the imagination of all viewers, providing a funny and exciting journey through time and space. Don’t miss it!