Adam McKay To Direct The Boys?

One of the most interesting R-rated comic book films is closer to finding a director. Previously there had been talk from Samuel Bayer (Elm Street) that he wanted shot at directing The Boys. The ultra-violent dark comedic comic book seems like it would someone more seasoned to handle it's wild subject matter. It sounds like Bayer has talked himself out of running with his news that Adam McKay is the favorite to helm. McKay's name might not jump out at you but he's been responsible for some of the best comedies in the last 10 years. His films include Anchorman, Talladega Nights, Step Brothers and the upcoming Other Guys. I'd love to see a comic book film from McKay since his films seem already set in their own world.

“It’s so funny, I would die to do that comic book. From what I’ve heard from the producers on the movie is that Adam McKay is doing it. He did Anchorman, I guess. The studio is really hot on him and…..let’s have the movie come out this weekend and do really well. Then we’ll see how my stock is in Hollywood.”