Sony’s Split with Lord and Miller Amid Budget Feud
In the unpredictable world of TV production, news has surfaced about a major shakeup involving two key Spider-Man storytellers—Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Word on the street is that Sony has decided to cut ties with the duo over a heated budget dispute regarding the highly anticipated Spider-Man Noir series.
Back in 2019, Lord and Miller inked a five-year deal with Sony, planning to weave Spider-Man tales for the small screen. The live-action series Silk: Spider Society was set to be the first web spun from this partnership. However, as negotiations hit a snag, it seems the focus has shifted to Nicolas Cage’s Spider-Noir series, now taking center stage.
Budget Battles and Creative Clashes
But where’s the drama? Well, this is Hollywood, after all. According to industry whispers, Lord and Miller’s TV deal with Sony won’t be seeing a renewal. The plot thickens when you consider that these two masterminds are also behind Sony’s billion-dollar Spider-Verse franchise. Yet, their creative collaboration appears to be fraying at the edges.
The main point of contention? Budget battles surrounding the Spider-Man Noir series. While the details remain murky, speculation suggests a tug-of-war over the project’s funding. Sony may be tightening the purse strings while Lord and Miller push for the budget needed to bring their vision to life. No one wants their creation to turn into a financial Frankenstein, after all.
Noir Takes the Spotlight
Despite these setbacks, Lord and Miller are not backing down. They’re still hard at work on the third Spider-Verse movie, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. While the release date remains a mystery, there are hints that production is in full swing, with voice actors ready to step into the booth in the coming months.
Meanwhile, Spider-Man Noir is forging ahead. The series transports viewers to 1930s New York, where an aging, down-on-his-luck private investigator grapples with his past as the city’s lone superhero. Under the guidance of showrunners Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot, the show promises to delve into uncharted narrative territory.
Oren Uziel, known for his work on The Lost City, Mortal Kombat, Shimmer Lake, and 22 Jump Street, is at the helm as the series writer. The executive producers’ lineup includes Uziel, Lightfoot, and Amy Pascal, ensuring a powerhouse team behind the scenes.
What’s Next for Spider-Man Noir?
In a strategic move, Spider-Man Noir will first premiere on the MGM+ streaming service before swinging over to Amazon Prime Video. The series boasts a star-studded cast featuring Lamorne Morris, Brendan Gleeson, Li Jun Li, and Abraham Popoola.
So, despite the departure of Lord and Miller, Spider-Man Noir is set to deliver an electrifying, noir-drenched adventure. Stay tuned—it’s going to be a wild ride!
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