The Pink Panther News

Sony Pictures and MGM Confirmed "The Pink Panther" Sequel

August 03, 2006 04:08:10

Sony Pictures and MGM break their silence, confirming to public worldwide that they are about to work on the sequel to this year's "The Pink Panther". The studios even have hired Scott Neustadter and Michael M. Weber to write the script.

While the plot for the sequel remains undisclosed, it is highly reported that the flick is that of high concept.

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The Box Office Top 10 Films

February 13, 2006 11:02:12

In a weekend with four new wide releases, "The Pink Panther" comes in the front line, leading the box office with an estimated $21.7 million from 3,477 theaters. New Line horror-thriller "Final Destination 3" opens at 2nd place with $20.1 million.

Meanwhile, Universal's big screen adaptation of "Curious George" scores $15.3 million, seizing the 3rd position from "Firewall" which slips one to No. 4 garnering $13.8 million. Last week's champ "When a Stranger Calls" falls to the 5th spot in its second weekend, scores another $10 million for a total of $34.8 million. "Big Momma's House 2" in the meantime has collected another $6.8 million during its third weekend to be at No. 6.

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"Pink Panther" Release Date Delayed

June 08, 2005 10:06:32

Originally slated for an August 5 release, the comedy "The Pink Panther" starring Steve Martin, will have to wait its delayed release 'till February 10, 2006. Explaining on the postponement, Sony Pictures Releasing president Rory Bruer said "With the recent acquisition of MGM, we wanted to give our marketing department the time and opportunity to launch this very important franchise. We've seen the movie, and we really love this film. It's a franchise we believe in and are really excited about, and Steve Martin is great as Clouseau."



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