NEWLY crowned WWE Universal Champion Cody Rhodes is reportedly set for a role in Hollywood.
Following in the footsteps of the likes of Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and John Cena, Rhodes is in line to become the latest wrestling star to take on the film industry.
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A recent report claimed that a reboot of The Naked Gun is in the works, led by Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, according to the Daily Mail.
Exactly which character Rhodes’ cameo will see him take on is unclear.
However, a source said he could be hypnotized, which was key to the original plot.
“Cody may be having a major rivalry with The Rock in the WWE ring right now, but it looks like the battle will extend to Hollywood as he will star in the new film Naked Gun,” the report stated.
“And to make things a little easier for him, he might end up playing himself in the movie.”
It was later noted that Rhodes is no stranger to working in front of the camera.
Along with his work in the wrestling world, he has also made TV appearances on shows like Arrow and Warehouse 13.
“This is going to be a big movie and Cody is super excited to film his role and make it something that is fun for him and funny for everyone who watches it,” the source said.
And while Rhodes’ role is just a cameo, it was also noted that “his role is important and lends itself to the film’s full story.”
Neeson is set to take on the role of Lt. Frank Drebin, originally played by legendary comedic actor Leslie Nielsen.
It is unknown whether or not Anderson will take on the role of Jane Spencer, previously played by Pricilla Presley.
The film will be written by Dan Gregor, Doug Mand and Akiva Schaffer, who created the 2022 hit Chip ‘N Dale: Rescue Rangers.
Schaffer, who previously directed Saturday Night Live, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, is also in line to direct.
The film will be produced by Erica Huggins and Seth MacFarlane’s company Fuzzy Door, according to The wrap.
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The launch is scheduled for July 2025.
As seems to be the case with the reboot, the much-loved 1988 original also featured its fair share of sports stars.
Former NFL running back OJ Simpson appeared as Detective Nordberg, while MLB Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson also made a cameo appearance.
News of Rhodes’ rumored addition to the roster comes just weeks after he dethroned Roman Reigns to become Universal Champion at WrestleMania 40.
It marked the beginning of Rhodes’ first stint as title holder, ending Reigns’ two-year reign.
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