nuSep 11, 2026, 06:47

Paramount working on film version of Hawaii Five-O

Paramount is in the early stages of developing a feature film based on the Hawaii Five-O franchise with director Destin Daniel Cretton. The project is currently being written by Chris Bremmer and Noah Oppenheim, though casting details and a release date have not been announced.

Paramount Pictures has officially begun early development on a feature film adaptation of the iconic television series Hawaii Five-O. Destin Daniel Cretton, known for his work on major Marvel projects such as Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, has been tapped to lead the production. He is currently collaborating on the script with writers Chris Bremmer and Noah Oppenheim to bring the long-running crime franchise to the big screen. Although the project is moving forward, the studio has not yet disclosed details regarding the film's cast or a projected release date.

The Hawaii Five-O franchise boasts a significant history, having originally aired as a police procedural from 1968 until 1980. The series experienced a successful revival in 2010, which ran for ten seasons before concluding in 2020. With Cretton's proven track record in directing high-profile blockbuster films and television series, anticipation for this new cinematic interpretation remains high as the project transitions from its initial planning stages.

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