Paramount teases 'Baywatch,' confirms 'Fences' at CinemaCon
LAS VEGAS (AP) — From the bodacious bodies of "Baywatch" to the literary credentials of August Wilson's "Fences," Paramount Pictures has a diverse slate of films on its schedule.
The studio teased some upcoming properties Monday at CinemaCon, kicking off the annual gathering of theater owners and exhibitors, with stars, footage, and some announcements.
Audiences also saw some comedic, self-referential footage from the "Baywatch" movie starring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron, scheduled for release next year.
On stage, Abrams, a backer of the controversial Screening Room, made a plea for the exhibitors to be "thoughtful partners in the evolution of this medium."
Despite having Abrams and "Star Trek Beyond" writer and star on hand, Paramount mysteriously did not preview any footage from the Justin Lin-directed film which hits theaters this summer.