The 39 Clues Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Aug. 22, 2013

The 39 Clues

To Be Announced (TBA)

Screenwriter: Jeff Nathanson

N/A Adventure N/A

98% WILL SEE 2% WON'T SEE

Production Status

Current stage in the film’s journey

Announced

Concept

Announced

Development

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Filming

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Completed

Intentions to make the movie; early in development. Universal Pictures is in negotiations to pick up the adaptation of Scholastic’s 10-book adventure series, out of turnaround from DreamWorks.

August 22, 2013

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The Cahills, the most powerful family in the world, have numerous powers which are revealed through 39 clubs that are hidden around the world and scattered throughout history. It begins with the death of Cahill clan matriarch Grace, who changes her will at the last moment, giving her descendants the choice between $1 million or a clue.

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Who stars in The 39 Clues – Cast List

No cast details are currently available.

Who is making The 39 Clues – Crew List

The film's writer Jeff Nathanson last penned Mufasa: The Lion King and Young Woman and the Sea.

Director: —
Screenwriter: Jeff Nathanson
Producers: Deborah Forte
Steven Spielberg

Studios: Universal Pictures
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Production – What we know about the The 39 Clues

Key Facts

DreamWorks picked up movie rights in 2008 as a potential vehicle for Steven Spielberg. During the development process, a script was written by Jeff Nathanson (Catch Me If You Can). It's unclear if Nathanson's script will move to Universal or if the studio will commission a new screenplay (Hollywood Reporter, 8/20/13).
Based on the Scholastic 10-book adventure series by Rick Riordan. The book series was part of a multi-platform media puzzle chase that included collectable cards and an online game.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Aug 2013

Announced

Changed The 39 Clues movie production status. Universal Pictures is in negotiations to pick up the adaptation of Scholastic’s 10-book adventure series, out of turnaround from DreamWorks.

Nov 2008

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Parent Rating: N/A Not available
Runtime: N/A
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Language: English

The 39 Clues Trailers and Clips

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The 39 Clues Release Date: When is the film coming out?

The 39 Clues is scheduled for release in on To Be Announced (TBA) . There are 9704 9,704 other movies scheduled for release on the same date, including The Last Train to New York, Soulm8te and The Rosie Project.

The estimated home release date for The 39 Clues is currently being determined. Stay tuned!