Scott Derrickson (Doctor Strange) has been tapped by TriStar Pictures to direct a sequel to Jim Henson's Labyrinth.
The original film was released in 1986 and starred David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. The film's popularity hasn't dwindled over the past 34 years, gaining a cult following. owie plays the Goblin King Jareth who comes into possession of Sarah's (Jennifer Connelly) baby brother after a seemingly harmless wish for him to disappear is granted.
The film will be written by Maggie Levin (Into the Dark) and produced by Lisa Henson of The Jim Henson Company. Brian Henson will serve as executive producer alongside Derrickson and C. Robert Cargill.
