Synopsis
Sony Pictures announces the cast for the upcoming 'Anaconda' reboot in a fun YouTube video featuring Jack Black. The star-studded cast includes Paul Rudd and Thandiwe Newton, among others. Directed by Tom Gormican, the film is set to release in Indian theaters on December 25, 2025.Key Takeaways
- Jack Black and Paul Rudd head the cast of Anaconda.
- Innovative video announcement on YouTube.
- Directed by Tom Gormican.
- Film set for a Christmas release in India.
- Part of the long-running Anaconda franchise.
Mumbai, Feb 6 (NationPress) Sony Pictures has adopted an innovative method to unveil the cast of their eagerly awaited film Anaconda. In a captivating announcement video shared on YouTube, Jack Black can be seen melodically singing the names of the cast members.
He is soon joined by fellow actors Paul Rudd and Selton Mello. While Selton Mello strums the guitar, Paul Rudd provides a rhythmic backdrop on the bongos.
The ensemble cast features Thandiwe Newton (from Westworld), Steve Zahn (known for Silo and Joy Ride), Selton Mello, and Daniela Melchior (from The Suicide Squad and Road House). This talented group joins Jack Black, Selton Mello, and Paul Rudd in this exciting cinematic venture, directed by Tom Gormican.
In the film, Jack Black portrays Doug McCallister, Paul Rudd plays Griff, Selton Mello takes on the role of Santiago, Thandiwe Newton acts as Claire Simons, Steve Zahn is Kenny Trent, Daniela Melchior plays Ana Almeida, and Ione Skye appears as Malie McCallister.
According to reports, Anaconda is set to depict the adventures and challenges faced by a group of friends in the jungle as they attempt to create a new version of the classic film they once cherished during their youth.
The screenplay for this film has been crafted by Gormican in partnership with Kevin Etten. This marks the sixth entry in the Anaconda film franchise, following titles such as Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid (2004), Anaconda 3: Offspring (2008), Anacondas: Trail of Blood (2009), and Lake Placid vs. Anaconda (2015).
Produced by Columbia Pictures, in collaboration with TSG Entertainment and Fully Formed Entertainment, Anaconda serves as a fresh retelling of the original 1997 film directed by Luis Llosa, which starred Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, Eric Stoltz, and Jon Voight.
In an exciting development, Sony Pictures Entertainment India has officially announced that Anaconda will debut in Indian theaters exclusively on this Christmas, December 25, 2025.
