Hugh Jackman to Play Long John Silver in Scott’s film
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- Hugh Jackman will portray Long John Silver in a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1883 novel “Treasure Island”.
- Ridley Scott will direct the film; it will be produced by Michael Pruss for Scott Free.
- Jack Thorne wrote the script and will also executive‑produce the movie.
- Deadline first reported the package, which hit the market on Monday.
- Hugh Jackman will next star in A24’s “The Death of Robin Hood”, opening June 19.
Why it matters: The announcement puts a high‑profile Treasure Island adaptation into active development, giving Hugh Jackman and Ridley Scott a marquee project that will shape their upcoming release schedules.
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