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Prime Video Unveils Global Slate: Tucci's 'Masterplan,' Manga Reboots & More

Prime Video has announced a slate of new international original projects from around the globe. Highlights include a reboot of the classic Japanese manga "Fist of the North Star" and the heist comedy "Masterplan," starring Stanley Tucci. The lineup features content from countries including Colombia, Chile, Spain, Korea, and the UK, with new adaptations and returning favorites. The virtual showcase featured talent like Stanley Tucci and Park Min-young discussing the upcoming projects.

Key Points: Prime Video Reveals New International Originals Lineup

  • Reboot of Japanese manga 'Fist of the North Star'
  • Stanley Tucci stars in heist comedy 'Masterplan'
  • New adaptations of Mercedes Ron's novels
  • Korean series like 'Siren's Kiss' with Park Min-young
  • 'Yo soy Betty, la fea' revived after 24 years
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Prime Video reveals lineup of international originals, including Stanley Tucci's 'Masterplan'

Prime Video announces global originals including Stanley Tucci's 'Masterplan,' a 'Fist of the North Star' reboot, and new series from Korea, Spain, and Italy.

"I thought it was one of the best characters I've ever read... it's an actor's dream. - Stanley Tucci"

London, February 12

On Thursday, streaming giant Prime Video revealed its new international projects, including a reboot of the Japanese manga Fist of the North Star, the first US version of Mercedes Ron's 30 Sunsets para enamorarte, and Stanley Tucci's Masterplan.

The virtual showcase was broadcast live from London, with pre-recorded interviews featuring talent including Ron; actor Nicole Wallace ("Culpa Mia"), who recently signed a wide-ranging talent deal with Amazon; "Siren's Kiss" star Park Min-young, and Tucci, among others, according to Variety.

The wide-ranging fare recently released or set to launch this year came from countries including:

Colombia, where "Yo soy Betty, la fea," the inspiration for the hit series "Ugly Betty," was revived for a third season 24 years after it ended, with star Ana Maria Orozco returning to the role she originatedChile, with an adaptation of Isabel Allende's novel "The House of the Spirits" starring Nicole Wallace ("Culpa Mia") as lead Clara del Valle.

Italy, with another Nicole Wallace starrer, "Postcards from Italy," this time directed by "Only Murders in the Building" and "The Morning Show" alum Jessica Yu, plus "No Place to Be Single," an adaptation of a novel from one of Italy's most-read authors, Felicia Kingsley.

Spain, with more Mercedes Ron adaptations, including "Zeta," starring Mario Casas, is set to launch later this year, plus "Apocalypse Z: Part II" and "Red Queen" Season 2.

Mexico, where "Vengeance," the first Mexico-produced Amazon Original movie, is getting a theatrical launch this month.

Japan, where Prime Video has secured exclusive worldwide rights to a reboot of "Fist of the North Star" plus a new adaptation of "The Ghost in the Shell."

Korea, where a number of series are on the horizon, including psychological thriller "Siren's Kiss, starring Park Min-young and Wi Hajun, meta rom-com "Absolute Value of Romance" and "See You at Work Tomorrow!" (working title) exploring workplace romance.

UK, with the recently released Sophie Turner-starrer "Steal," while the new original "Bait" launches next month.

One of the most talked-about projects is expected to be the France-Italy co-production Masterplan, directed by Reacher's Thomas Vincent. The film stars Stanley Tucci as a hapless father who tries to reconnect with his long-lost children by convincing them to help him steal the Mona Lisa, Variety reported. Tucci, who is gearing up to promote "The Devil Wears Prada 2," said he'd been attracted to the project due to the "incredibly funny and weird" script.

"I thought it was one of the best characters I've ever read, and I was thrilled to be asked to play it; it's an actor's dream," he continued."

- ANI

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Rohit P
A reboot of Fist of the North Star? That's epic! Grew up watching the anime. The Ghost in the Shell adaptation also sounds promising. Prime Video is really going all in on anime and manga. Great for us fans! 😎
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Ananya R
Interesting to see so many adaptations of novels and manga. 'The House of the Spirits' is a classic. But honestly, the Korean lineup has me most excited - 'Siren's Kiss' and a workplace romance drama? Yes, please! K-dramas are just top-tier.
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David E
As someone who enjoys global cinema, this is fantastic. Content from Colombia, Chile, Italy, Japan... all in one place. Makes the subscription worth it. Masterplan with Tucci sounds like a fun heist comedy. Looking forward to it.
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Karthik V
Good to see the investment in international stories. But respectfully, the article reads like a press release. Would have liked more critical analysis on whether this is a sustainable strategy or just throwing money at everything. Still, more choice is good for us viewers.
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Sarah B
Stanley Tucci trying to steal the Mona Lisa to reconnect with his kids? That's the kind of quirky, high-concept premise I love. Hope the execution matches the idea. The global focus is impressive, but my watchlist is already overflowing!

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