Rob Frappier

Rob Frappier is a Chicago-based writer and marketing professional. He has been writing for Screen Rant since the summer of 2009. When he's not scrounging for back issues of 'Legends of the Dark Knight' or re-watching Die Hard for the 7,128th time, he loves spending time with his wife, Nicole, his daughter, Zoe, and their loyal dog, Astro.

‘Captain America 2′ & ‘Thor 2′ Interviews: Arnim Zola’s Return, War In Asgard & More

Toby Jones and Ray Stevenson discuss their respective returns in ‘Captain America: Winter Soldier’ and ‘Thor: The Dark World’, with new hints about what’s to come in both films.

by Rob Frappier | 1 day ago | 17 Comments
Mickey Rourke Returning for ‘The Expendables 3′; Are Chan & Snipes On Board?

Sylvester Stallone talks about the cast and creative direction of ‘The Expendables 3′ via Twitter.

by Rob Frappier | 1 week ago | 59 Comments
‘Iron Man 3′ Writer Drew Pearce Hired for ‘Mission: Impossible 5′

Screenwriter Drew Pearce (Iron Man 3) has signed on to write ‘Mission: Impossible 5.’

by Rob Frappier | 1 week ago | 25 Comments
Several Directors Rumored for ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 5′ Shortlist

Disney has several directors on its shortlist for ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 5.’ Find out who they are in our report.

by Rob Frappier | 2 weeks ago | 21 Comments
Listen to the First Track from the ‘Man of Steel’ Score

Listen to the first full track from Hans Zimmer’s ‘Man of Steel’ score.

by Rob Frappier | 2 weeks ago | 125 Comments
Sharlto Copley to Star in Neill Blomkamp’s ‘Chappie’

Sharlto Copley is set to re-team with director Neill Blomkamp (District 9, Elysium) for the sci-fi comedy film ‘Chappie.’

by Rob Frappier | 3 weeks ago | 5 Comments
Ron Perlman Talks ‘Sons of Anarchy’ Season 6, ‘Pacific Rim,’ & ‘Hellboy 3′

Ron Perlman talks about ‘Sons of Anarchy’ season 6, ‘Pacific Rim,’ and whether or not there’ll be a ‘Hellboy 3.’

by Rob Frappier | 3 weeks ago | 20 Comments
‘Vacation’ Reboot Delayed Over Creative Differences

New Line is delaying the production of the new reboot of the ‘Vacation’ franchise because of creative differences over the rating.

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 17 Comments
Tom Hiddleston in Talks to Star in ‘The Crow’ Remake

‘The Avengers’ star Tom Hiddleston may star in Relativity Media’s remake of ‘The Crow.’

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 92 Comments
‘Doctor Strange’: Justin Theroux Being Eyed to Star? Fede Alvarez Denies Directing Rumor

A new rumor claims that Marvel is considering Justin Theroux to play ‘Doctor Strange,’ while ‘Evil Dead’ director Fede Alvarez denies any connection to the film at this point.

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 56 Comments
10 Most Inspirational Sports Movies

Screen Rant takes a look at the 10 most inspiring sports movies of all time -in honor of the newly released Jackie Robinson biopic ’42.’

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 45 Comments
‘Prometheus’ Screenwriter Jon Spaihts Hired for Disney’s ‘The Black Hole’ Remake

Disney has hired screenwriter Jon Spaihts (‘Prometheus’) to pen a new draft of its remake of the 1979 sci-fi film ‘The Black Hole.’

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 11 Comments
Christopher Nolan Wants Matthew McConaughey for ‘Interstellar’

Matthew McConaughey has reportedly been offered the lead role in Christopher Nolan’s sci-fi film ‘Interstellar.’

by Rob Frappier | 1 month ago | 42 Comments
10 Copycat Movies – Which Was Better?

‘Olympus Has Fallen’ and ‘White House Down’ are two movies with nearly identical plots. We break down 10 other copycat films to see which is better.

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 126 Comments
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Talks About Possible ‘Fast & Furious’ Spin-Off

The Rock says that a ‘Fast and the Furious’ spin-off featuring his Luke Hobbs character might be in the works.

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 18 Comments
Tom Hiddleston Talks Chris Eccleston as Malekith the Accursed in ‘Thor 2′

In a recent interview, Tom Hiddleston (Loki) talked about Chris Eccelston’s performance as Malekith the Accursed in ‘Thor: The Dark World.’

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 23 Comments
‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ Press Screening Reveals Spoilers

A Brazilian press screening has revealed some key spoilers for J.J. Abrams’ ‘Star Trek Into Darkness.’

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 47 Comments
Anna Kendrick Takes on the Antichrist in the ‘Rapturepalooza’ Red Band Trailer

Check out the red band trailer for the end of the world comedy ‘Rapturepalooza,’ starring Anna Kendrick and Craig Robinson.

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 7 Comments
Daniel Radcliffe in Final Talks to Play Igor in Fox’s Sci-Fi ‘Frankenstein’

‘Harry Potter’ star Daniel Radcliffe is in final negotiations to star as Igor in Fox’s revisionist sci-fi adaptation of ‘Frankenstein.’

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 15 Comments
‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ Star Quvenzhané Wallis Joins ‘Annie’ Remake

Quvenzhané Wallis, the Oscar-nominated star of ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild,’ has been confirmed to play ‘Annie’ in Will Smith’s remake of the iconic stage musical.

by Rob Frappier | 2 months ago | 34 Comments
‘Deus Ex’ Will Be a ‘Realistic’ Cyberpunk Movie, Not Noir Like ‘Blade Runner’

Director Scott Derrickson and writer C. Robert Cargill talk about their adaptation of ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution.’

by Rob Frappier | 3 months ago | 35 Comments
SR Pick: Short Film ‘Dig’ Starring Mark Margolis of ‘Breaking Bad’

The new short film ‘Dig’ examines the idea of revenge through the story of a Holocaust survivor who locates and kidnaps the Nazi responsible for his family’s death.

by Rob Frappier | 3 months ago | 3 Comments
New ‘Iron Man 3′ LEGO Sets Reveal Possible Spoilers

New ‘Iron Man 3′ LEGO sets have potentially revealed action scenes and plot from the movie.

by Rob Frappier | 3 months ago | 51 Comments
J.J. Abrams and Valve Teaming Up; ‘Half-Life’ and ‘Portal’ Movies in the Works?

J.J. Abrams’ company Bad Robot is pairing with the game developer Valve to develop games and movies – including possible film adaptations of ‘Portal’ and ‘Half-Life.’

by Rob Frappier | 3 months ago | 42 Comments
‘World War Z’ Super Bowl Trailer

The Super Bowl trailer for ‘World War Z’ – starring Brad Pitt – has been released early.

by Rob Frappier | 3 months ago | 24 Comments
Frank Darabont Talks About His ‘Godzilla’ Script

Frank Darabont talks about his script for the ‘Godzilla’ remake and why he wants to return the legendary monster to his origin as a ‘giant, terrifying force of nature.’

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 66 Comments
‘The Last Stand’ Screenwriter on Kim Ji-woon, His Favorite Arnold Movies & More

‘The Last Stand’ screenwriter talks about his favorite Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, working with director Kim Ji-woon, and what got him interested in the action genre.

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 4 Comments
Warner Bros. Planning ‘The Odyssey’ in Space

Warner Bros is planning a sci-fi version of Homer’s classic epic poem ‘The Odyssey.’ Will audiences be interested in following Odysseus’ famous journey through space?

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 41 Comments
Christopher Nolan in Talks to Direct Sci-Fi Film ‘Interstellar’

Christopher Nolan is in talks to direct ‘Interstellar,’ a sci-fi film about wormholes and time travel written by his brother Jonathan Nolan.

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 40 Comments
New Clip from Pixar Short ‘The Blue Umbrella’

Check out a short clip from the new Pixar short film ‘The Blue Umbrella’ and learn about the new special effects techniques used to make it.

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 7 Comments
Joseph Gordon-Levitt Joins ‘Sin City 2′; Won’t Star in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’

Joseph Gordon-Levitt will star in ‘Sin City: A Dame To Kill For’ instead of leading Marvel’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy.’

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 54 Comments
Hayley Atwell Won’t Appear in ‘Captain America 2′

Hayley Atwell won’t be reprising her role as Peggy Carter in ‘Captain America 2.’ Does that mean the character won’t appear at all?

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 30 Comments
J.J. Abrams Explains Why He Didn’t Want ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Directing Job

J.J. Abrams elaborates on his decision to turn down any potential involvement in ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ but is excited to be in the audience!

by Rob Frappier | 4 months ago | 82 Comments
‘Anchorman 2′ Gets a Release Date

Paramount has set a release date for ‘Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues,’ directed by Adam McKay and starring Will Ferrell.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 17 Comments
James Franco Doubts He’ll Return for ‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’

According to James Franco, he probably won’t be appearing in ‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.’

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 28 Comments
‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ Extended IMAX Preview Locations

Find out where you can go to see the first nine minutes of ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ before ‘The Hobbit’ in glorious IMAX 3D.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 20 Comments
‘Salt 2′ Gets a New Writer

Screenwriter Becky Johnston has been hired to draft the screenplay for the ‘Salt 2′ with Angelina Jolie.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 22 Comments
First Trailer for Tom Cruise Sci-Fi Film ‘Oblivion’

Check out the first trailer for Joseph Kosinski’s apocalyptic sci-fi film ‘Oblivion,’ starring Tom Cruise.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 79 Comments
‘Stranger Than Fiction’ Writer Zach Helm Hired to Script ‘Jumanji’ Remake

‘Stranger Than Fiction’ and ‘Mister Magorium’s Wonder Emporium’ writer Zach Helm has been hired to script Columbia’s ‘Jumanji’ remake.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 45 Comments
Disney Moves Forward with ‘Tron: Legacy’ Sequel; Hires New Writer

Disney has put the ‘Tron: Legacy’ sequel on the fast track and hired a new writer, but are audiences really interested in ‘Tron 3′?

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 67 Comments
Producer Chris Morgan Discusses ‘Legend of Conan’ Themes & Plot

Producer Chris Morgan talks about ‘The Legend of Conan’ and why the aged character will experience self-doubt as he takes up his sword once again.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 17 Comments
Six-Minute Red Band Clip from ‘The Collection’; Interview with Cast & Writers

Screen Rant interviews the cast (Josh Stewart and Emma Fitzpatrick) and creators (Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan) of the new horror film ‘The Collection.’

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 3 Comments
Final ‘Django Unchained’ Trailer is Action-Packed

Check out the final trailer for Quentin Tarantino’s revenge thriller ‘Django Unchained,’ starring Jamie Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Christoph Waltz.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 12 Comments
Rumor Patrol: Joseph Gordon-Levitt to Play Batman in ‘Justice League’

A bombshell rumor claims that Joseph Gordon-Levitt might reprise his role from ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ to play Batman in the forthcoming ‘Justice League’ movie.

by Rob Frappier | 5 months ago | 235 Comments
Marcus Dunstan & Patrick Melton Talk ‘God of War’ Movie and Other Projects

We talk to ‘The Collection’ duo Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan about the ‘God of War’ movie and other projects they are working on.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 7 Comments
‘RoboCop’ Remake Concept Art Shows Off Armor, Action Scenes, & ED-209

Concept art from the ‘RoboCop’ remake has revealed the different iterations of armor that will be featured in the film.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 67 Comments
‘RoboCop’ Set Photo Reveals ‘Combat Mode’ Suit?

A new set photo reveals a different look for the armor in Jose Padiha’s ‘RoboCop’ remake.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 67 Comments
New Images Reveal the Fantastic World of ‘Oz, The Great and Powerful’

Check out a bunch of new images from Sam Raimi’s ‘Oz, The Great and Powerful.’

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 10 Comments
Guillermo del Toro Talks ‘Pacific Rim’ Trailer, 3D Conversion, & Possible Sequel

Guillermo del Toro talks about the 3D post-conversion for ‘Pacific Rim,’ the possibility of a sequel, and when we will be seeing a trailer for the movie.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 13 Comments
George Lucas Talks ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ Directors

George Lucas and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy talk about the type of director they’re looking for to helm ‘Star Wars: Episode 7.’

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 162 Comments
Arnold Schwarzenegger Rocks in New Trailer for ‘The Last Stand’

Check out the new full-length trailer for ‘The Last Stand,’ Arnold Schwarzenegger’s triumphant return to action in a starring role.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 21 Comments
Harrison Ford Open to Playing Han Solo in ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′

Harrison Ford is reportedly ‘open’ to returning to the role of Han Solo in ‘Star Wars: Episode 7′ and beyond.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 107 Comments
RZA to Direct Untitled Genghis Khan Biopic & Action-Thriller ‘No Man’s Land’

RZA (‘The Man With The Iron Fists’) is set to direct two new films: a Genghis Khan biopic and an action film entitled ‘No Man’s Land.’ Learn more about each project in our report.

by Rob Frappier | 6 months ago | 8 Comments
Kung Fu Meets Steampunk in Trailers & Clips for ‘Tai Chi Zero’

Check out two trailers and two clips for ‘Tai Chi Zero,’ a wild new movie where kung fu meets steampunk meets slapstick and much more.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 12 Comments
Interview: Franklin Leonard on Expanding ‘The Black List’ & Finding Great Screenwriters

Screen Rant talks to Franklin Leonard, founder of The Black List – the annual list of Hollywood’s most acclaimed unproduced screenplays.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 4 Comments
Breaking Bad’s Aaron Paul to Star in ‘Need for Speed’ Movie

Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad) has signed on to star in the film adaptation of the popular ‘Need for Speed’ videogame series.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 10 Comments
Interview: ‘CSI’ Creator Anthony Zuiker on his ‘Cybergeddon’ Web Series & the Future of Entertainment

CSI creator Anthony Zuiker talks about his new online project ‘Cybergeddon’ and why Hollywood writers and directors are turning to the Internet to produce original content.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 2 Comments
Ryan Reynolds in Talks to Star in Psychological Thriller ‘The Voices’

Ryan Reynolds is in talks to join ‘The Voices,’ in which he’d play an accidental murderer who loses his grip on reality and begins talking to his pets.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 9 Comments
First Look at ‘Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United’ Animated Movie

Marvel Animation Studios has released new stills from their upcoming direct-to-DVD animated movie, ‘Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United.’

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 22 Comments
‘Identity Thief’ Trailer: Melissa McCarthy Steals Jason Batemen’s Idenity

Check out the first trailer – and two character posters – for ‘Identity Thief,’ which stars Melissa McCarthy as a criminal who steals Jason Bateman’s identity.

by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago | 17 Comments

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