Sony Dates Ridley Scott's 'Treasure Island' For 2027

Sony Pictures has announced a series of release dates for its upcoming film slate, with significant additions and adjustments made during Cinema United's Fall Summit. Among the most notable announcements is the release date for Ridley Scott's adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel, "Treasure Island." This new feature film, starring Hugh Jackman in the iconic role of Long John Silver, is slated for release on November 11, 2027. The project marks a significant undertaking for director Ridley Scott, known for his work on films such as "Alien," "Blade Runner," and "Gladiator." The casting of Hugh Jackman, an Academy Award-nominated actor celebrated for his versatility in roles ranging from Wolverine in the "X-Men" franchise to P.T. Barnum in "The Greatest Showman," suggests a high-profile production for the literary adaptation.

In addition to "Treasure Island," Sony has also set a release date for a new installment in the "Jump Street" franchise. Titled "24 Jump Street," the film is scheduled to hit theaters on June 6, 2027. This sequel follows the success of "21 Jump Street" (2012) and "22 Jump Street" (2014), both of which were praised for their blend of action, comedy, and meta-humor, starring Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill. The "24 Jump Street" title playfully continues the numbering convention established by its predecessors, hinting at a continued comedic exploration of the undercover police procedural concept.

The studio also confirmed release dates for other anticipated projects. A new animated film from Sony Pictures Animation, "The Smurfs," is set to debut on February 14, 2025. This project represents a new iteration for the beloved blue characters, following previous animated and live-action adaptations. Furthermore, an untitled Sony/Marvel film is scheduled for release on October 9, 2026, adding to the studio's ongoing collaboration with Marvel Entertainment. The specific nature of this untitled project remains undisclosed, but it fuels speculation about future entries in the shared cinematic universe that includes "Spider-Man: Homecoming," "Venom," and "Morbius."

Sony also revealed that the sequel to "Kraven the Hunter," currently titled "Kraven the Hunter 2," will be released on October 27, 2024. This film, part of Sony's Spider-Man Universe, features Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular anti-hero. The studio's strategic release date announcements underscore its commitment to a diverse and robust film pipeline, aiming to capture significant box office attention across multiple genres and target demographics in the coming years. The positioning of these films, particularly the major tentpoles like "Treasure Island" and "24 Jump Street," indicates Sony's confidence in their commercial appeal and their role in shaping the cinematic landscape of 2027.