15 Years Later, Peter Jackson Revives Forgotten Adventure Series

(SeaPRwire) –   Time moves quickly, which can be daunting for a creative mind like Peter Jackson. Although he has remained active as a producer, the renowned director hasn’t helmed a feature since 2014’s The Hobbit trilogy. One of his most anticipated dormant projects was a follow-up to 2011’s The Adventures of Tintin, originally scripted by Joe Cornish, Edgar Wright, and Steven Moffat. Now, Jackson is finally taking the lead on the project.

During a recent appearance at Cannes, Jackson revisited the initial strategy for the Tintin franchise. He and Steven Spielberg, who owned the rights to the classic comics, had intended to produce a trilogy where each would direct an entry. While Spielberg completed the first film, Jackson admitted he feels uneasy about the 15-year gap since he was meant to start his installment.

However, the project is officially back on track. Jackson confirmed he is collaborating with Fran Walsh on the sequel, even noting that he was working on the script during his stay in Cannes. He emphasized that the film is currently in active development as he returns to the world of Tintin.

While it remains unclear if the full trilogy will materialize, the continuation of the series is a significant development. The 2011 original was praised for its groundbreaking use of motion-capture and 3D animation, successfully blending realism with a stylized aesthetic. With technological advancements over the last decade, Jackson’s sequel is expected to push visual boundaries even further.

The first film featured Jamie Bell as the intrepid reporter and Andy Serkis as Captain Haddock on a quest for the Unicorn‘s treasure. Drawing from Hergé’s extensive library of stories, Jackson has plenty of source material to choose from. Although the specific plot remains under wraps, updates are expected soon.

The Adventures of Tintin (2011) is available to stream on Paramount+.