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Paramount Remakes 'The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil'

3/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Paramount Pictures moves forward with an English-language remake of The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil, directed by James Wan.
Don Lee (Ma Dong-seok) will reprise his role from the 2019 film.
Shay Hatten writes the screenplay, based on an earlier draft by Brian Helgeland, who will serve as an executive producer.
Atomic Monster and Balboa Productions contribute to the project, which Paramount has developed since acquiring the rights in 2022.

History

Historical Context

Released on May 15, 2019, "The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil" became a significant success, grossing over $40 million worldwide and showcasing South Korean cinema's rising global influence. The film's acclaim, including a screening at the Cannes Film Festival, reflects a broader trend of Hollywood remaking foreign films, exemplified by the 2006 adaptation of "The Departed," highlighting cultural exchanges in storytelling.

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Story summary

Paramount Pictures moves forward with an English-language remake of The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil, directed by James Wan.
Don Lee (Ma Dong-seok) will reprise his role from the 2019 film.
Shay Hatten writes the screenplay, based on an earlier draft by Brian Helgeland, who will serve as an executive producer.
Atomic Monster and Balboa Productions contribute to the project, which Paramount has developed since acquiring the rights in 2022.

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