Overview
- Trade reports say Cooper is being courted to take over creative leadership of the Ocean’s prequel, expanding beyond his previously discussed acting role.
- No deals are signed and Warner Bros. has not commented, with outlets attributing the initial scoop to Puck and further reporting from Deadline and others.
- Margot Robbie remains attached to star and produce via LuckyChap, continuing a push to grow the Ocean’s franchise at the studio.
- Lee Isaac Chung exited last week in what the studio called an amicable split over creative differences, following earlier changes that included Jay Roach’s departure.
- A Carrie Solomon draft sets the story in 1960s Europe, and reports suggest producers are targeting production later this year, with some outlets citing a possible Monaco shoot contingent on finalized agreements.