Finn Wolfhard is fueling our anticipation for the upcoming The Replacements biopic with an update that's just too cool to contain! As an actor who's already given us some seriously awesome performances in 'Stranger Things', he's got a knack for captivating audiences, and now he's taking on the role of bringing this influential band's story to life. The project, which Wolfhard is developing alongside his dad Rich Peete, is based on Bob Mehr's acclaimed biography 'Trouble Boys: The True Story Of The Replacements'.
When we caught up with Finn for a chat about his latest album 'Fire From The Hip', he let us in on the biopic's current status. And guess what? The screenplay has been submitted to a director, with Wolfhard itching to get production underway ASAP! He confessed that he's got a personal connection to the band, saying "That band means so much to me" – and we can totally see why!
So, how does Wolfhard plan on making this biopic stand out from the crowd? Well, it sounds like he's got big plans for a unique approach that'll ditch the traditional music biopic formula. "I want it to be cool and not Bohemian Rhapsody," he quipped, clarifying that The Replacements are all about being the opposite of that. His aim is to create something that's "maybe a little weirder" – and we can't wait to see what he comes up with!
Finn's already proven his mettle behind the camera, co-directing 'Hell Of A Summer' with Billy Bryk and producing/starring in 'Crash Land', which premiered at SXSW last year. This biopic is just another example of his growing passion for filmmaking, and we're stoked to see where it takes him!
The Replacements, a band that burst onto the scene back in 1979 and left an indelible mark on the music world before calling it quits in '91. Despite never quite hitting the mainstream jackpot, they've earned a die-hard following with their one-of-a-kind blend of punk, alt-rock, and power pop – and we're confident that this biopic will shed light on their offbeat journey, which is sure to resonate with fans of alternative music and cinema everywhere.