If you’re unfamiliar with the show MANIMAL from the 1980s, then you have probably lived a very sad and lonely existence. MANIMAL may have been cancelled after just 8 episodes, but that is probably because most people’s tolerance for awesome had a much lower threshold back then. Unfortunately the revival of MANIMAL may be a bit of a double-edged sword, as it is Sony Pictures Animation that are looking to bring MANIMAL to cinematic life as a live action/animation hybrid in the style of SMURFS or their upcoming ALF.
MANIMAL sees a crime fighter by the name of Jonathan Chase that can change into any animal at will. Personally I hope they take a comedic route for the film, such as 21 JUMP STREET. In fact, I would love to see Channing Tatum in the role, and with his current successful working relationship with Sony that may be possible.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
