Movies in the Works: Hairspray 2 and Rocky Horror Remake

Variety is reporting 2 interesting stories today.

First, New Line Cinema is asking John Waters to pen a treatment for a sequel to his smash stage and screen hit “Hairspray.” The studio is clamoring to get everyone one from the original film including star John Travolta back for the second time around though as of yet things are still in the planning stages. I can’t wait to see John T. back in that fat suit – maybe this time he will go all the way with co-star Christopher Walken?

Oh, not the best mental picture, huh?

Next, MTV is planning a remake of the cult hit “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” originally released in 1975. The remake of “Rocky H.” will use the original script by Jim Sharman and Richard O’Brien.

I wonder who they will get to wear the fishnet and panties costume of the character Dr. Frank-N-Furter, originally played by Tim Curry.

Brad Pitt, Matt Damon or Christian Bale – the mind boggles at the possibilities!