Amazon MGM Studios remakes 1980 film The Idolmaker

Amazon MGM Studios is remaking the 1980 film The Idolmaker, with Sam Wrench making his narrative directing debut. Wrench previously directed the successful Taylor Swift: Eras Tour concert film, which earned $261 million in 2023. Jason Katims, known for Friday Night Lights, is writing the script for the new version. The original film, directed by Taylor Hackford, focused on rock promoter Bob Marcucci and won a Golden Globe for actor Ray Sharkey. The updated story will explore the challenges faced by a talented musician and an "idolmaker" in the music industry. Original producers Hawk Koch and Gene Kirkwood will return for the remake.