Hold onto your hats, folks! It seems the world of casual dining and cinematic storytelling are about to collide in a way you never expected. Get ready for “Hooters: The Movie,” an upcoming buddy comedy inspired by the real-life origins of the iconic restaurant chain.
The Origin Story Goes Hollywood
As reported by Deadline, this isn’t just another generic movie tie-in. It’s a deep dive into the “real events” that led to the creation of Hooters, following best buds Ted and Lenny as they embark on a journey to build a legacy – only to have it threatened by the US government. The film promises to be part buddy comedy, part biopic, offering a “wild journey” through the birth of this American institution.
One of Hooters’ co-founders, Edward Droste, is not only producing the film but also co-authoring the screenplay. Jon Rosenbaum (known for “Benchwarmers 2: Breaking Balls”) is set to direct, and casting is already underway. Filming is slated to begin in November in Florida’s Tampa and Clearwater areas – the very locations where the first Hooters restaurant opened its doors back in 1983.
“I think people are going to enjoy watching how we were really just some guys who didn’t know what we were doing, but had a great time doing it,” Droste said in a press release. “And of course, our world-famous Hooters Girls are the real stars. It’s time to deliver a taste of our big-hearted culture and famous humor to the world.”
Rosenbaum added, “From the moment I first learned the Hooters origin story, I knew it would make an incredible movie. It’s the perfect combination of a hilarious buddy comedy and an inspiring biopic for a beloved American brand: Two lifelong friends with no idea what they’re getting themselves into, a crazy idea they’re willing to bet everything on, and a wild journey that culminates in the creation of something bigger than they could ever have imagined. It’s not at all what people will be expecting – and it’s mostly true! I can’t wait to bring this story to life.”
More Than Just Wings: A Cultural Phenomenon
For those unfamiliar, Hooters is a casual dining/sports bar chain renowned for its wings and its distinctive waitresses. The restaurant was founded by six individuals: Lynn D. Stewart, Gil DiGiannantonio, Ed Droste, Billy Ranieri, Ken Wimmer, and Dennis Johnson.
Currently, there are approximately 200 locations within the US and 60 internationally, spanning countries like the Bahamas, the Czech Republic, Japan, and Switzerland.
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Source: IGN Gaming
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