Travis Kelce, the renowned tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is reportedly in discussions to star in the upcoming action-comedy film, “Loose Cannons.” The project is a production of Lionsgate, with “John Wick” series director Chad Stahelski at the helm. Stahelski is producing under his 87Eleven Entertainment banner, accompanied by Jason Spitz and Alex Young. The script is being penned by Tim Dowling.
The commencement of production is likely to be delayed, given that Kelce’s commitments to the upcoming NFL season, which is set to begin in a fortnight, will take precedence.
Kelce has had an illustrious career in the NFL, with 12 active seasons under his belt. In recent times, he has been making inroads into the world of Hollywood. He is the co-host of the highly popular podcast “New Heights,” which he shares with his brother, Jason Kelce, a recently retired player for the Philadelphia Eagles. Kelce’s profile has been further elevated due to his romantic involvement with pop icon Taylor Swift. This fall, he will be hosting the game show “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?” He also has a cameo in Ryan Murphy’s FX series “Grotesquerie,” which is set to premiere on September 25.
“Loose Cannons” is a title that harks back to a 1990 crime caper featuring Gene Hackman and Dan Aykroyd. This film, directed by Bob Clark, revolved around a cop and a detective suffering from a multiple-personality disorder, who team up to track down a Nazi sex tape lost in time, featuring Adolf Hitler. Despite its intriguing premise, the film did not fare well at the box office. However, Kelce’s film is not a remake of this Tristar release, despite sharing the same title. The new “Loose Cannons” focuses on a pair of unhinged cops who are teamed up in an attempt to rein them in.
Tim Dowling, the screenwriter for “Loose Cannons,” is a regular in the comedy genre, with credits such as “Role Models,” “Office Christmas Party,” and Adam Sandler’s “Just Go With It” and “Pixels.” Chad Stahelski has a long-standing partnership with Lionsgate, having directed all four “John Wick” films for the studio. He is currently attached to direct a remake of “Highlander.”
FAQs
Q: Who is Travis Kelce?
A: Travis Kelce is a professional American football player, known for his role as a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. He is also making his mark in Hollywood, with several projects in the works.
Q: What is “Loose Cannons” about?
A: The new “Loose Cannons” centers on two unhinged cops who are paired together in an effort to straighten them out. It’s an action-comedy film set to star Travis Kelce.
Q: Who are the key people involved in the production of “Loose Cannons”?
A: “Loose Cannons” is a Lionsgate production. It is being produced by “John Wick” series director Chad Stahelski, along with Jason Spitz and Alex Young. The script is being written by Tim Dowling.
Q: What other projects is Travis Kelce involved in?
A: Apart from “Loose Cannons,” Travis Kelce co-hosts a popular podcast called “New Heights.” He is also set to host the game show “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?” this fall and has a role in Ryan Murphy’s FX series “Grotesquerie.”
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