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The Lonely Island Movie Is In Development

The Lonely IslandWhen it comes to comedy musical groups there are none bigger than The Lonely Island. Comprised of Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone, the group first collaborated during their stints on Saturday Night Live, but have gone on to release 2 star packed albums. Their song, ‘I Just Had Sex’ featuring Akon, has over 200 million views on YouTube, with other classics such as the Michael Bolton accompanied ‘Jack Sparrow’ also well into the 9 digit viewings. With Samberg also a constant present in film and on TV it may come as no surprise that a Lonely Island film is now in the works with Judd Apatow producing.

Universal have picked up the pitch for the film, which Schaffer and Taccone will direct. The trio are certainly casting a wide net in the entertainment industry, as they have also signed a deal with Fox to produce shows on digital platforms. Hopefully this means we’ll get a whole new album of fantastic songs as well as musical and acting cameos along the lines of Justin Timberlake and Rihanna.

Source: Variety

Luke likes many things, films and penguins being among them. He's loved films since the age of 9, when STARGATE and BATMAN FOREVER changed the landscape of modern cinema as we know it. His love of film extends to all aspects of his life, with trips abroad being planned around film locations and only buying products featured in Will Smith movies. His favourite films include SEVEN SAMURAI, PASSION OF JOAN OF ARC, IN BRUGES, LONE STAR, GODZILLA, and a thousand others.

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