We’re still upset that Zac Efron backed out of the Footloose remake, but it looks like the movie will still go into production without the HSM star.

A Paramount Pictures representative has stated, “Footloose is a project we’ve longed to see re-booted for a new generation. While Zac is no longer attached, we remain excited and committed to the collective brain trust of [director] Kenny Ortega, [producers] Neil Meron and Craig Zaden, who will reinvigorate the franchise. Their fresh take on the film will undoubtedly be filled with the same kind of breakout performances that we’ve come to expect from them.”

Hopefully Zac’s new movie 17 Again does well at the box office, or he might be kicking himself for dropping this role!

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