The Rocketeer: Billy Campbell has mixed feelings about a sequel happening

Disney’s THE ROCKETEER, for my part, is without doubt one of the most underrated films of the final 30 years. It appeared to have all the mandatory substances to be an enormous hit when it was launched however the movie simply did not join with moviegoers sufficient to generate a lot warmth. Earlier than the movie was launched, there have been plans to show The Rocketeer right into a franchise however modest field workplace returns dashed these plans. That being mentioned, the movie went on to change into a cult traditional and it is far more appreciated now than it was again within the day so followers, corresponding to myself, nonetheless maintain out hope {that a} sequel will be made. 

The Rocketeer just lately celebrated its thirtieth anniversary on June 21 and the movie’s star, Billy Campbell, just lately spoke with “Slash Film” about the potential of a sequel ever taking place. Campbell solid some doubts on a sequel getting made all these years later however he left the door open for the chance if it had been to proceed the legacy of the unique:

“As of but, nothing’s occurred. To be trustworthy, I do not know if something will occur. What I do know is that the movie endures, and the rationale it has such a long-lasting enchantment, I feel, is its spirit. It has a extremely candy spirit. That greater than something is the rationale for its longevity. I hope they do one other one thing however I additionally hope they respect the spirit of the unique. I can solely think about that except you get the correct folks concerned to do it correctly, that it is nearly certain to be a disappointment.”

The Rocketeer, launched in 1991, is a interval superhero film that’s primarily based on the character of the identical identify created by comedian ebook artist and author Dave Stevens. Going down in 1938 Los Angeles, California, the movie tells the story of stunt pilot Cliff Secord (Campbell) who stumbles upon a hidden rocket-powered jet pack that he thereafter makes use of to fly with out the necessity of an plane. Secord’s heroic deeds appeal to the eye of Howard Hughes and the FBI, who’re trying to find the lacking jet pack. Directed by Joe Johnston, who has mentioned that he received the job directing Captain America: The First Avenger due to this movie, The Rocketeer was well-received by critics nevertheless it grossed a modest $46.6 million on a $35 million budget. It is not a complete catastrophe however positively not what Disney was anticipating from a possible summer season tentpole that was anticipated to start out a franchise. The movie additionally stars Jennifer Connelly, Alan Arkin, Timothy Dalton, Paul Sorvino, and Tiny Ron Taylor.

Again in July of 2016, it was confirmed that Walt Disney Pictures would reboot the brand with The Rocketeers, which would pick up six years after the original with a black female pilot in the lead, who would take up the mantle after Cliff Secord goes missing while fighting the Nazis. There have not been many updates on the mission because it was introduced however final yr it was reported {that a} new draft had been written, with plans for a launch on Disney+. 

Would YOU need to see a sequel to The Rocketeer?