Fifty Shades Freed (film)
| Fifty Shades Freed | |
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| Directed by | James Foley |
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| Screenplay by | Niall Leonard |
| Based on |
Fifty Shades Freed by E. L. James |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | John Schwartzman |
| Edited by | Richard Francis-Bruce |
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| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Fifty Shades Freed is an upcoming American erotic romantic drama film directed by James Foley and written by Niall Leonard, based on a novel of same name by E. L. James. It is the third and final film in the Fifty Shades trilogy, and a sequel to the upcoming film Fifty Shades Darker. The film stars Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan as Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey, respectively.
Principal photography on Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed began on February 9, 2016, in Paris and Vancouver. It is set to be released on February 9, 2018.
Plot
Following the events of Fifty Shades Darker, Christian and Ana are now married. However, Ana's life is threatened when her former boss, Jack Hyde, swears to avenge his firing from SIP.
Cast
- Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Grey (née Steele)
- Jamie Dornan as Christian Grey
- Kim Basinger as Elena Lincoln
- Eric Johnson as Jack Hyde
- Max Martini as Jason Taylor
- Brant Daugherty as Luke Sawyer
- Fay Masterson as Gail Jones
- Luke Grimes as Elliot Grey
- Rita Ora as Mia Grey
- Arielle Kebbel as Gia Matteo
- Marcia Gay Harden as Grace Trevelyan Grey
Production
A film adaptation of the first book was produced by Focus Features,[1] Michael De Luca Productions, and Trigger Street Productions,[2] with Universal Pictures and Focus Features securing the rights to the trilogy in March 2012.[1] Universal is also the film's distributor. At a fan screening in New York City on February 6, director Sam Taylor-Johnson announced that the book sequels Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed will also be adapted, with the first to be released in 2016.[3] Right after the announcement, director was telling Digital Spy that "it's not my decision, and I haven't been privy to any of the discussions."[4] On November 12, 2015, TheWrap confirmed that James Foley would direct both sequels which would be shot back-to-back in 2016, with Niall Leonard writing the script and Michael De Luca and Dana Brunetti returning to produce along with E.L. James.[5] Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan would also return for lead roles.[5] On February 8, 2016, Arielle Kebbel was cast in the film to play Gia Matteo, a beautiful architect who is hired by Christian to build his home.[6] On February 12, 2016, Eric Johnson was cast to play Jack Hyde, Ana's boss at SIP and Christian's romantic rival.[7] On February 20, 2016, Brant Daugherty signed on to play Sawyer, the personal body guard for Anastasia Steele.[8]
Filming
In November 2015, Universal Studios announced that Fifty Shades Darker and this film would be shot back-to-back with principal photography scheduled to commence in early 2016.[9] Filming began in Paris and Vancouver from February 9, 2016, to July 12, 2016, under the working title, "Further Adventures of Max and Banks 2 & 3."[10][11][12]
Release
Fifty Shades Freed is scheduled to be released on February 9, 2018, by Universal Pictures.[13]
References
- 1 2 Fleming Jr, Mike (March 26, 2012). "Universal Pictures and Focus Features win Fifty Shades of Grey". Deadline.com. PMC. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
- ↑ Miller, Julie (July 10, 2012). "Fifty Shades of Grey Film Gets Oscar-Nominated Producers, Christian Grey–Casting Inspiration". Vanity Fair. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
- ↑ Schumann, Rebecka (February 6, 2015). "'Fifty Shades of Grey' Sequels Confirmed; Fans React To 'Fifty Shades Darker' And 'Fifty Shades Freed' Movie Announcement". International Business Times. Retrieved February 9, 2015.
- ↑ Dibdin, Emma (February 13, 2015). "Sam Taylor-Johnson on 50 Shades of Grey sequel: 'It's not my decision'". Digital Spy. Retrieved February 16, 2015.
- 1 2 Sneider, Jeff (November 12, 2015). "'Fifty Shades of Grey' Sequels to Shoot Back to Back, James Foley to Direct Both (Exclusive)". TheWrap. Retrieved November 15, 2015.
- ↑ Ford, Rebecca; Kit, Borys (February 8, 2016). "'Fifty Shades Freed' Adds 'Ballers' Actress Arielle Kebbel (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ↑ Kroll, Justin (February 12, 2016). "'Fifty Shades Darker' Adds 'The Knick's' Eric Johnson as Christian Grey's Rival (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
- ↑ Evans, Greg (February 20, 2016). "Brant Daugherty Signs On For 'Fifty Shades Freed' Sawyer Role". Deadline.com. Retrieved February 21, 2016.
- ↑ Kroll, Justin (November 12, 2015). "'Fifty Shades of Grey' Sequels to Shoot Back-to-Back". Variety. Retrieved November 13, 2015.
- ↑ Richford, Rhonda (February 4, 2016). "'Fifty Shades Darker' to Shoot in Paris as Filming Rebounds After Attacks". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 4, 2016.
- ↑ Schumann, Rebecka (January 5, 2016). "'Fifty Shades Darker' Movie 2016 Production Schedule, Location And Possible Smaller Budget Revealed". International Business Times. Retrieved January 6, 2016.
- ↑ "'Fifty Shades Darker' Starts Filming After Delay Getting '50 Shades Of Grey' Sequel To Screens?". Fashion & Style. January 6, 2016. Retrieved January 9, 2016.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 23, 2015). "Universal Dates 'Fifty Shades' Sequels, 'Furious 8′; 'Pacific Rim 2′, 'Mummy' Moved Back — CinemaCon Update". Deadline.com. Retrieved February 9, 2016.