Simon Templar is coming back, and for real this time. Fans of The Saint, whether it be the hero of Leslie Charteris early 20th-century novels or versions of the character played in adaptations by Vincent Price, Roger Moore, and most recently Val Kilmer, now have a new film to look forward to. This one will be led by Bridgerton breakout, Regé-Jean Page.
THR confirms that Paramount is launching a new reboot of The Saint, with Regé-Jean Page set to star and produce. Kwame Kwei-Armah (of the upcoming John Boyega film 892 and Spike Lee joint All Rise) is penning the script about Robin Hood-esque adventurer Simon Templar, who strikes at the corrupt although his motivations remain a mystery.
It’s unclear who will direct. Just last year Dexter Fletcher (Rocketman) was attached to a version that Chris Pine was set to lead. That has obviously fallen through, but Fletcher could still be involved after he finishes up with the studio’s Godfather series, The Offer.
Page has been on a roll of late, landing roles in the Russo Brothers’ blockbuster The Gray Man, and the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons.
