Mike Myers Says Austin Powers 4 Script Focuses More on Dr. Evil
The actor and co-writer says the long-awaited sequel shifts its viewpoint toward the villain, nearly three decades after the original film.
Mike Myers said the screenplay he is developing for Austin Powers 4 is told more from Dr. Evil's perspective, according to screenrant.com. The actor, who co-wrote the earlier films in the franchise, described the shift in viewpoint while discussing the project.
Myers has long been attached to a fourth Austin Powers film, which has been awaited for nearly three decades since the original movie. No release date or production schedule was given in the comments reported by the outlet.
The franchise has previously used family storylines as plot devices. In Goldmember, the third film, a family twist involving the characters was introduced, and Dr. Evil's relationship with his son Scott Evil has been a recurring thread across the series.
Details about the cast, studio backing or a start of production for Austin Powers 4 were not disclosed.
Quick answers
What did Mike Myers say about the Austin Powers 4 script?
He said the screenplay he is developing is told more from Dr. Evil's perspective, according to screenrant.com.
When will Austin Powers 4 be released?
No release date has been announced.
Who is writing Austin Powers 4?
Mike Myers is developing the screenplay, according to the report.