False Social Media Hype
Social media seems to have become a breeding ground for fake movie announcements, where a well-designed poster and a few likes can mislead the masses. From a John Krasinski-starring Die Hard remake to Pixar revamping The Land Before Time, these misleading posts ignite unwarranted excitement and controversy daily.
The realm of fabricated movie news thrives as an online cottage industry. Whether it’s Dwayne Johnson’s rumored Popeye film or another Firefly movie, thousands fall prey to daily doses of hype or frustration over non-existent projects.
Debunking the NeverEnding Story Sequel
Contrary to the buzz, no sequel to The NeverEnding Story is slated for 2024, and no such project is even in development. Many people shared the rumored poster featuring Falkor with the tagline “The story never ended”.
Faux Synopsis and Release Date
The accompanying caption of the alleged sequel promises an epic journey beyond imagination, with grown-up Bastian battling forgotten memories to save the fate of Fantasia. The release date of August 2024 is nothing more than a fabrication, adding fuel to the already debunked rumor.
Historical Context
While there are two existing sequels to the original 1984 movie, The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter and The NeverEnding Story III: Escape from Fantasia, attempts at a remake have faced hurdles. In 2009, rumors circulated about Warner Bros., Kathleen Kennedy, and Frank Marshall working on a remake, but securing the rights proved too complicated.
Unconfirmed Offers
In 2022, Deadline reported several “multi-million offers” for the rights to The NeverEnding Story, yet nothing has been officially confirmed. The future of any adaptation or sequel remains uncertain, dispelling the recent social media-fueled hype surrounding a 2024 release.
FAQs:
Is a NeverEnding Story sequel really releasing in 2024?
No, there is no truth to the claim of a NeverEnding Story sequel in 2024. The circulating poster and announcement are fabricated.
Are there any official plans for a NeverEnding Story remake or sequel?
As of now, no official plans for a NeverEnding Story remake or sequel exist. Despite past rumors and offers for the rights, nothing has been confirmed, making any such project uncertain.
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