Justin Timberlake is sticking with what he knows as he embarks on a film producing career, entering negotiations to produce MGM's remake of "The Idolmaker," multiple individuals familiar with the project have told TheWrap.
Directed by Taylor Hackford, the original 1980 film was based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marcucci, who discovered acts such as teen idols Frankie Avalon and Fabian. Timberlake currently has no plans to star, though one insider cautions that could change depending on the script and who winds up directing.
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While there is no deal in place yet for Timberlake to produce "The Idolmaker," MGM has high hopes for the remake and feels the film would benefit from having a musician of Timberlake's stature involved in the development process.
Timberlake is already prepping his producing debut "Spinning Gold," a ...
