Ice Cube will co-write, co-produce and star in the modernised reimagining of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, Oliver Twist
Ice Cube is no stranger to cinema, the rapper has previously starred in a host of films. From the much-loved Friday series to war drama Three Kings and even the family friendly Are We There Yet? his resume is actually pretty well-rounded. His latest venture, announced yesterday evening, is a Disney adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale of rags-to-riches, Oliver Twist.
Ice Cube has signed on to play the character of Fagin, a ringleader for a gang of orphans who befriend Oliver and lead him astray. The rapper is also working on a treatment for the film alongside Jeff Kwatinetz and will co-produce with Kwatinetz and Marc Platt. The last time Disney adapted Oliver Twist was for the 1988 animated film Oliver & Company. Cube’s version, however, will be a modernisation of the story directed by Grease: Live! and Hamilton director Thomas Kail.
There’s no official release date just yet but if you need more Cube in your life in the meantime you can revisit our Turning Points feature with the NWA icon here.
