Status So Far: After 2008's Kingdom of the Crystal Skull grossed an impressive $786.6 million, it didn't take long for the prospect of a fifth film to be discussed and essentially confirmed, as long as a script can be whipped into shape and all the talent can free up their schedules. Why It's Destined For Development Hell: That's really the main problem here: scheduling. Spielberg has finished up Bridge of Spies and just started directing The BFG, which will keep him tied up for about another year. Even if Spielberg were ready then, though, Harrison Ford wouldn't have too long until he'd be called up to start work on Star Wars Episode VIII, and so finding time that both are free will not be easy. Then there's the fact that the fourth movie was widely mocked by fans, and though it still printed money, Spielberg and George Lucas are no doubt going to be aware of the pressure to deliver again. Not to mention, Ford will be in his mid-70s by the time it starts filming, and though he played the part convincingly enough last time, a decade of added time will no doubt slow him down plenty. If it's ever actually made, it would be a huge surprise. Which announced movies do you foresee ending up in development hell? Disagree on any of these picks? Shout it out in the comments!
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