Is The Clockwork Orange Remake With Tom Holland Real?
No, Tom Holland isn't starring in a remake of "A Clockwork Orange." In 1971, director Stanley Kubrick brought Anthony Burgess' twisted novel to the big screen, shocking theatergoers worldwide. With over half a century passed since its initial cinematic debut, it would make sense that studios would try to give the film a remake. Over on Facebook, a fake poster from user YODA BBY ABY has gone viral, showing the Spider-Man actor taking on the role of the devious Alex. The pic, which has over 17,000 impressions and over 7,000 likes, says that the "Clockwork Orange" remake is coming in September 2024 — it's not.
The Facebook post describes the fake pic as a "cinematic exploration of free will, violence, and redemption set against a dystopian backdrop." It's even supposedly directed by "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" helmer Guy Ritchie, an eyebrow-raising choice for the remake. As interesting as it would be to see Holland — who is gearing up to star in "Spider-Man 4," which reportedly has Marvel and Sony fighting — step into the shoes of Alex, this remake isn't in production.
Arguably one of the greatest films of all time, no filmmaker or performer would consider topping Kubrick's dystopian classic. Beyond the film's legacy, no studio has announced a remake, nor has Holland publicly suggested he's starring in a remake. Ritchie also hasn't mentioned the revival, and seeing as September 2024 is just months away, it would have likely received a trailer by now.
Tom Holland and Guy Ritchie probably aren't the right fit for a Clockwork Orange remake
It's easy to get fooled by the Facebook image, as the poster is convincing ... sort of. Realistically, "A Clockwork Orange" remake is possible, but chances are Tom Holland and Guy Ritchie aren't the right fits for the project. Holland has tackled some serious roles, but he's best known for playing Spider-Man for Sony and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Surprisingly, Sony wasn't immediately sold on Holland as Spider-Man. However, based on the financial goodwill his trilogy has generated, it's safe to say that the British actor will continue to play the webhead for a long time. It also has the potential to be a traumatic production for Holland, as actor Malcolm McDowell went through a painful mishap while filming the original "Clockwork Orange."
Ritchie, however, is an inspired and intriguing choice to direct "A Clockwork Orange." Known for his witty and violent films, Ritchie could create a contemporary "Clockwork Orange" that speaks to the tastes of modern audiences. But seeing as the film was (and still is) so controversial, it's unlikely that a mainstream director of Ritchie's caliber would take on the task of remaking one of Kubrick's most influential films.
Still, the idea of Holland and Ritchie teaming up is intriguing. While the two creatives haven't crossed paths yet, it'd be exciting to see them collaborate for what could potentially end up being an action classic.