The plot of the Space Jam sequel, to be led by La Bron James has just been released. The writer for the film, Ben Mekler took to Twitter to describe the “certifiably bananas” synopsis for the film.
The synopsis for SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY is certifiably bananas and I for one cannot wait to see it pic.twitter.com/BLmc4x5uHb
“During a trip to the Warner Bros. studio, NBA Superstar LeBron James and his son accidently get trapped within a world that contains all of Warner Bros.’ stories and characters, under the control of a malfunctioning, all-powerful force named Al G (played by Don Cheadle), With the help of Bugs Bunny, LeBron must navigate through a never-before-imagined world filled with iconic movie scenes and characters as they re-assemble the Looney Tunes to rescue his lost son. Now to get back home, Lebron and the Tunes have to unravel Al G’s mysterious plan and win an epic basketball game against digital gamified super-versions of the NBA and WNBA’s biggest stars as the entire world watches.”
The Space Jam: A New Legacy is produced by Ryan Coogler, Maverick Carter, Duncan Henderson and yes, LeBron himself. The film is directed by Malcolm D. Lee. Earlier this year, Maverick Carter dropped a teaser trailer for the film, now with a July 16, 2021 release date.