After initial script problems, it appears that director
Albert Hughes'
Akira adaptation is finally coming together.
Variety reports that
Warner Bros., which was unhappy with earlier drafts by
Iron Man scribes
Mark Fergus and
Hawk Ostby, have inducted screenwriter
Steve Kloves, who's famous for adapting the Harry Potter books for the screen.
While a few names like
James Franco have been thrown around as cast for the manga adaptation, it's all speculation for now.
Leonardo DiCaprio and
Jennifer Davisson Killoran of Applan Way will produce
Akira along with Hughes and his brother, Allen.
No release date has been set yet. We'll keep you updated as more develops.