Jay Baruchel To Direct ‘Goon’ Sequel, Titled ‘Last Of The Enforcers’
As we proceed through the Stanley Cup playoffs, here’s a bit of big news from the world of hockey movies. A sequel to 2011’sGoonis finally moving forward.
TitledGoon: Last of the Enforcers, the new film will once again starSeann William Scottas Doug “the Thug” Glatt.Jay Baruchel, who produced, co-wrote, and co-starred in the originalGoon, will direct. More details on the Goon sequel after the jump.
THRreports that in addition to directing, Baruchel will also co-write the film (withJesse Chabot) and reprise his role from the first film as Doug’s best friend Pat.Evan Goldberg, who scriptedGoonwith Baruchel, will executive produce.
The new film marks Baruchel’s feature directing debut, although he’s done TV (Trailer Park Boys) and short film (Edgar and Jane) before.
The firstGoon, directed by Michael Dowse, followed Doug as he is recruited to serve as an enforcer on a minor league hockey team.Goon: Last of the Enforcerssees Doug and his team, the Halifax Highlanders, joining several new players in a pro hockey lockout.
The original film was a minor hit, both with general audiences and with critics. What made it special was its emphasis on heart. Sweet, simple Doug had a puppyish appeal, and it was hard not to root for him. Here’s hoping Baruchel, Chabot, Scott, and the rest of the team are able to recreate that magic withGoon: Last of the Enforcers.
As an actor, Baruchel is best known for starring in comedies likeThis Is the End,Tropic Thunder, andKnocked Up, and for voicing Hiccup in the twoHow to Train Your Dragonmovies. He currently stars on the FXX comedyMan Seeking Woman, and will be seen later this month in Cameron Crowe’sAloha.
Shooting onGoon: Last of the Enforcerswill begin this summer in Toronto.
