Intrinsic Value Films Sets Stephen King Adaptation & Gene Wilder Biopic — AFM

EXCLUSIVE: Intrinsic Value Films is heading to the American Film Market with a slate of projects that includes a Stephen King adaptation and a Gene Wilder biopic. 

The Stephen King adaptation is titled Mister Yummy and is based on the short story by King. Described as a “haunting tale”, the story follows a man confronting mortality where death waits around every corner and regret becomes the ghost that never leaves. The screenplay is by Troy Blake, who produces alongside Thomas Mahoney (Brian).

The Gene Wilder biopic is Gene. Intrinsic holds the exclusive life rights, and the film’s screenplay is by Jeremy Roth. The story explores “the remarkable life and inner world of beloved actor Gene Wilder—known for The Producers, Blazing Saddles, and Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory.” The film traces the relationships that shaped his career and his lifelong search for happiness. The Gene Wilder Estate is repped by David Shapira & Associates.

Intrinsic is also taking Wham-O to the market. The project’s synopsis reads: The legendary American toy company behind the Frisbee, Hula Hoop, Slip ’N Slide, and Hacky Sack comes to life in The Story of Wham-O, capturing the humor, heart, and entrepreneurial spirit that turned simple ideas into nationwide phenomena.

“After years of producing films we deeply believed in, we’re excited to make Intrinsic Value a visible brand in its own right, Aimee Schoof, co-founder of Intrinsic Value, said in a statement. “We’re honoring the spirit that’s always guided us — collaboration, discovery, and great storytelling.”