Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese’s Devil in the White City Still in Development

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Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese's Devil in the White City Still in Development

As a seasoned film enthusiast with over three decades of movie-watching under my belt, I can confidently say that the ongoing saga of “The Devil in the White City” is reminiscent of a classic Hollywood rollercoaster ride. The twists and turns this project has taken since its initial conception back in 2010 are nothing short of captivating.

A project, which Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio have been working on for quite some time now, known as “The Devil in the White City,” continues to show signs of activity. In 2010, DiCaprio acquired the film rights to the book, and development had already started before he was involved. Scorsese has been linked with directing since then, but both have taken on other projects over the years, such as “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Although it hasn’t reached the screen yet, it seems that this project remains active and alive.

During a conversation with Deadline, producer Stacey Sher shared some exciting news about the project. She’s been deeply invested since day one and reaffirmed her commitment by saying, “I’m still on board, I never back down.” It’s worth mentioning that the project isn’t currently in the works, with Sher stating, “It’s not happening right away, but it’s always on my radar,” but rest assured that all the main figures are still engaged in the project, as per the producer.

Absolutely! You’re referring to Rick Yorn, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Davisson, and Martin Scorsese. They are all still part of the project.

The Devil in the White City Has Been in Development as a Film and TV Series

The book “The Devil in the White City” was penned by Erik Larson and published in 2003. It is a historical non-fiction account that unfolds during the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, focusing on two key characters – H.H. Holmes, America’s first known serial killer, and Daniel Burnham, the architect behind the World’s Fair. While the city was captivated by hosting this grand event, Holmes used it as a cloak to carry out his heinous acts of violence. The exact number of victims ranges from 27 to 200, all believed to have perished in Chicago.

Initially, the project began its journey in 2015 at Paramount Pictures as a film, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese signed up as the main actor and director respectively. However, updates about the project seemed to dwindle over time until it was revealed that Hulu would adapt it into a series instead. DiCaprio, Scorsese, and Keanu Reeves were still involved in some capacity, with Reeves set to star. This news sparked excitement, especially since Todd Field was also set to direct the eight-episode series. Unfortunately, Hulu chose not to proceed with the project, leading to Keanu Reeves’ departure.

Leo DiCaprio’s persistent pursuit of turning “Devil in the White City” into a movie is quite understandable, given his long-standing efforts to bring this adaptation to life. He even initiated his own project as an alternative when Tom Cruise expressed interest in portraying H.H. Holmes. This situation might be seen as a “development hell,” but with so much dedication and talent invested, it seems worthwhile to push forward. This project could potentially be intriguing and powerful for both DiCaprio and Scorsese.

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2024-08-08 20:31