NSYNC Biopic Planned by ‘Fast and Furious’ Producer

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Neal H. Moritz, renowned producer known for hits like “The Fast and the Furious,” has long aspired to fulfill the wishes of NSYNC fans by bringing a biopic about the popular boy band to life. For years, he’s been working diligently to get this project off the ground. The film would trace the group’s journey post their legal dispute with Lou Pearlman, a former manager with a penchant for Ponzi schemes. Despite his interactions with all five NSYNC members, the production has faced multiple hurdles along the way.

As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Moritz has been exploring potential studios for a biopic on the popular boy band NSYNC. In meetings with all five members – Justin Timberlake, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez, Lance Bass, and Chris Kirkpatrick – the producer aimed to secure their involvement. Reports suggest that the project advanced to the screenwriting stage, piquing the group’s interest due to the success of recent biopics like Bohemian Rhapsody and A Complete Unknown. However, the project encountered complications due to its many interconnected components.

Discussions arose about bringing Timberlake on board as an executive producer, but since all five members jointly own the NSYNC brand, any project would require their unanimous approval. Furthermore, and exciting news for fans, the group has been engaged in internal conversations about potential future endeavors they might pursue together.

One possibility is producing a documentary, an opportunity that could potentially be financially rewarding if it’s acquired by a streaming platform. However, making a biopic was initially problematic due to the belief that a synchronizing tour would synergize better with the film. Currently, there are no discussions about organizing a joint tour since Timberlake is still engaged in his own solo tour.

All Members of NSYNC Need to be Involved With the Biopic

To create an NSYNC biopic that resonates with their fanbase, it is essential to have the involvement of all five original members since a fictionalized account might not be well-received by fans. Moreover, producing such a film would require access to their enduring music catalog, which can only be granted with the active participation of the group itself.

Last summer, NSYNC experienced a comeback when their song “Bye, Bye, Bye” was used in Deadpool & Wolverine. This led to an uptick in the tune’s downloads and views on YouTube, as well as numerous viral videos and social media posts featuring the dance scene. It appears that there is a demand for more from NSYNC, and it’s worth mentioning that a potential project wasn’t entirely scrapped. As per the report, “If this project was temporarily put on hold for further discussions, it nonetheless keeps an opportunity open.

In the mid-to-late ’90s, NSYNC gained popularity as one of the successful boy band groups emerging during that period. Created in 1995 by their manager, Lou Pearlman, they were formed secretly while he was still managing The Backstreet Boys, preparing NSYNC for a similar level of success. Their debut album, titled simply “NSYNC,” initially found success in Europe before gaining traction in the U.S., where it ultimately sold 9.8 million copies domestically and an astonishing 15.5 million copies globally.

In the midst of their triumphs, the band encountered a contentious legal dispute with Pearlman, stemming from the release of their debut album and leading up to their second album, No Strings Attached, in 2000. They accused Pearlman of mishandling the group’s earnings and not clearly defining his role in their contracts, thereby allowing him to claim an excess share of their profits. In essence, Pearlman collected funds as their manager and as a de facto “sixth member” of the band, a strategy he also used with The Backstreet Boys, who likewise sued Pearlman. The dispute was eventually resolved outside of court, and NSYNC went on to secure a new recording contract.

The agreement in that recording contract led to the release of “No Strings Attached,” which shattered records by selling an impressive 2.4 million copies in its first week. This album ultimately became the best-selling album of 2000, with a total of 11.16 million copies sold. Following this, they released another album titled “Celebrity” in 2001, which also saw strong sales during its initial week with 1.8 million copies sold. Once “Celebrity” reached 5 million albums sold, the group disbanded as Timberlake pursued a solo career. He achieved tremendous success both as a solo artist and film star, while the group reunited occasionally for special performances and one-off singles.

The NSYNC fan base will be waiting for whatever the group decides to do next.

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2025-01-29 02:02