After 25 years, Devon Sawa’s harshest critics may be his own children.

With news that his 1999 cult classic Idle Hands is being reimagined by Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk, with Jason Reitman producing, Sawa revealed his son’s response to the announcement.

“My 10-year-old: ‘Awesome!! Finn Wolfhard from the coolest show Stranger Things is making a new movie called Idle Hands!!’ Me: ‘I was in Idle Hands!! I’m the original Anton!!’” he shared on X. “‘Sure dad. Whatever you say. — can I have a snack?’”

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Despite one follower’s skepticism about the reboot, Sawa is eager to see how a new generation interprets it. “It’ll be fun. I’m excited,” he commented.

Directed by Rodman Flender, Idle Hands (1999) features Sawa as Anton, a slacker teen who discovers his parents have been murdered and his right hand is possessed by the devil. After unintentionally killing his best friends Mick (Seth Green) and Pnub (Elden Henson), who return as sarcastic zombies, the trio tries to rid themselves of the evil hand while planning to meet his crush Molly (Jessica Alba) at the Halloween dance.

The original film earned just over $4 million globally, with its release affected by the Columbine shooting that occurred that month. Despite holding a 16% score on Rotten Tomatoes, Idle Hands has garnered cult classic status over the years.

After Wolfhard and Bryk wrote and directed Hell of a Summer, which was acquired by Neon, reports suggest they are being considered to direct Idle Hands.

“Finn and Billy crushed their directorial debut and have a completely original take on Idle Hands that captures a disaffected generation,” said Reitman. “We are excited to support them as they bring their unique vision to the screen and summon the demons.”

Person: Devon Sawa, Finn Wolfhard, Billy Bryk, Jason Reitman, Jordana Brewster, Seth Green, Elden Henson, Jessica Alba, Vivica A. Fox
Company Names: Neon
Titles: Idle Hands, Stranger Things, Hell Of A Summer

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