In any case, Cinemablend has the latest:
In the current Fright Night Tennant is set to play Vegas magician Peter Vincent. Vincent is set to be more of a side character in the remake, a performer who specializes in horror-themed tricks. But since he’s played by the infinitely awesome former Doctor David Tennant, don’t be surprised if he ends up stealing scenes. Christopher “McLovin” Mintz-Plasse on the other hand, is a best friend character named Evil Ed.
Our source tells us that DreamWorks is considering turning the franchise over to David Tennant for Fright Night 2. The followup would take place in a new city where Peter Vincent not only has to deal with vampires, but potentially other unexpected problems. Evil Ed wouldn’t be the movie’s villain, they’d go another direction, but Evil Ed will be in it.
At first, I’m doing cartwheels, hi-fives and shouts of joy. Then, I start thinking about the rumor. Oh, gee, thanks a lot. Now I know there’s at least two characters that will live past the remake. Nice goin’ slick! And there’s no room for Charlie Brewster.
Hmmm…
Can we just see how the new Peter Vincent plays out first?
Whatcha think, Int’l friends? Peter Vincent franchise?
I liked the remake of Fright Night, but I honestly believe they could have done better than McLovin playing Evil Ed. Taking some one who normaly plays in comedies normaly don’t deliver in serious roles. Jim Carey done this and, well, you know how that went. If they want people to take this remake seriouse then they need to change the actor for Evil Ed. Colin done great and the Brewster actor rubbed me the right way. Changing actors in sequels can sometimes damage the series but I firmly believe this time around it would be a greatly needed upgrade. I’ll watch it anyways as a 80’s horror movie fan. Can’t wait to see it!