I have a good feeling about this!īelow, one of the best of the old theatrical shorts, Pink Plunk Plink (1966). End of Plug! Good luck to David, MGM and DePatie Freleng. The popularity of the cartoon character spawned the Oscar winning short The Pink Phink, a long running series of theatrical cartoons, TV series and holiday specials – not to mention a string of Inspector Clouseau movies.įor more information on the history of the Pink Panther, I highly recommend this book, written by yours truly – now available for a mere 55 cents on . MGM is developing a new Pink Panther movie, according to a report by Deadline.The new film will be a live-action/animated hybrid that will take its cues from the tone set by the original Friz Freleng and David De Patie cartoons in addition to that of Blake Edwards’ films. The Pink Panther originated fifty years ago when it was created by Blake Edwards, Friz Freleng and Hawley Pratt for the opening credits of a 1964 feature film of the same name. Even more exciting is the chance to work again with our dear friends Walter Mirisch and Julie Andrews, as well as the talented David Silverman, whose enthusiasm convinced us to ‘Think Pink!’,” said Jonathan Glickman, president of MGM’s motion picture group, who made the announcement today with MGM chairman and CEO Gary Barber. “We are incredibly proud to re-introduce the Pink Panther to a brand new generation in such a fresh way. MGM Distributor Erik Lomis, Dead at 64, Represents Massive Loss of Institutional KnowledgeĪmazon and MGM Finally Hires Its Film Chief: Courtenay ValentiĢ023 Emmys Predictions: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy SeriesĢ023 Emmy Predictions: Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series Walter Mirisch, Actress Julie Andrews (Blake Edwards widow) and David DePatie are all on board as executive producers. The new caper film will focus on the Pink Panther character, rather than Inspector Clouseau, and will harken back to the. The Panther’s cigarette holder will probably NOT be utilized. There are no plans for the Panther to talk. Neither Steve Martin or Roberto Benigni are involved.
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