US EditionA New 'Harold & Kumar' Film Is in the Works
- Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald are collaborating on a new Harold & Kumar movie for Lionsgate's Mandate Pictures, with Hurwitz and Schlossberg set to direct the latest installment in the series.
- The upcoming film continues the popular stoner comedy series that started with Harold & Kumar’s first adventure in 2004 and includes two follow-up movies released in 2008 and 2011, although an official release date has not yet been confirmed.
- Hurwitz and Schlossberg expressed enthusiasm for reviving the boldly R-rated, smoke-filled antics of Harold and Kumar, with plans for the duo to share their experiences and influence with a new generation.
- Though deals with John Cho and Kal Penn to reprise their roles have not been finalized, both actors are expected to return, while Neil Patrick Harris's involvement remains unclear.
- The forthcoming film suggests continuing the franchise's comedic legacy with potential new characters while maintaining its signature stoner and buddy comedy themes.
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‘Harold & Kumar 4’ in development; John Cho and Kal Penn expected to return
Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, the writers of the Harold & Kumar films and the directors of 2008’s Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay, have closed a deal to write and direct a fourth instalment of the popular buddy stoner comedy movie series
New ‘Harold & Kumar’ Film From ‘Cobra Kai’ Creators In Works
Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg and Josh Heald, the creators of Netflix’s hit Karate Kid sequel series Cobra Kai, are developing a new Harold & Kumar film for Lionsgate’s Mandate Pictures, Deadline has confirmed. Hurwitz and Schlossberg will direct from a script written with Heald. The project marks a full-circle opportunity for the trio, who began their careers with the stoner buddy comedy franchise. After scripting the original 2004 film, Ha…
HAROLD & KUMAR 4 Is in the Works with John Cho and Kal Penn Expected to Return
It’s time to grab some White Castle and get ready for more absurdity and laughter. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Harold & Kumar 4 is in the works. This is certainly not news that we saw coming in any way. The last film starring the stoner buddies was back in 2011 with A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas, which ended with them reuniting and firing up one after settling out their love lives, among other things. (That’s putting it simple for…
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