Popeye, the beloved spinach-chugging sailor from the late 1920s comic strips, is making a joyful return to the silver screen in a new live-action feature film produced by Chernin Entertainment and King Features. According To Variety, the project will be directed by screenwriter Michael Caleo. This marks the first live-action adaptation of Popeye since Robin Williams' portrayal in the 1980 film. Robin Williams Birth Anniversary: From Popeye to Mrs Doubtfire, Ranking 5 Of the Late Comedian's Most Iconic Roles!.

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