Ryan Gosling, Margot Robbie to play George Clooney's parents in Ocean's 11 prequel?

The involvement of Barbie stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in Ocean's 11 prequel has sparked considerable buzz. Speculation suggests that they will play the roles of Danny Ocean’s parents. George Clooney recently gave his stamp of approval to Robbie and Gosling portraying his on-screen parents in the upcoming Ocean’s 11 prequel.

George Clooney drops hints about Ocean's 11 prequel

George Clooney expressed his thoughts at The Boys in the Boat premiere. He jokingly added that he has always envisioned Robbie as his mother and Gosling as his father in the film.  “Margot Robbie’s my mother? I’ve always thought that. And Ryan Gosling is my father, and when you think about it, it makes sense. Truly,” the actor told Variety at The Boys in the Boat premiere.

What do we know about Ocean's 11 prequel?

In a departure from the Las Vegas backdrop of Clooney's early 2000s trilogy, the prequel is expected to transport audiences to 1960s Europe. The film aims to explore the origins of the iconic characters, providing fans with a fresh take on the Ocean’s universe. The choice of setting opens up new possibilities for the narrative and heist dynamics. The film will be directed by Jay Roach, with Carrie Solomon handling the screenplay.

Ocean's 8, the latest installment in the franchise, introduced Sandra Bullock as Danny Ocean’s sister. The prequel continues the expansion of the Ocean’s universe, delving into the family history of the legendary heist planner.

George Clooney talks about The Boys in the Boat

Clooney's revelation about the prequel occurred at the premiere of his film The Boys in the Boat, where he spoke about the challenges faced during the production. The film, based on Daniel James Brown's book, tells the true story of the University of Washington rowing team leading up to the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

The cast of The Boys in the Boat faced physical challenges as they learned to row for their roles. Clooney, who directed the film, talked about the teamwork required in rowing, drawing parallels to the collaborative nature of filmmaking. The actors trained for months to authentically capture the sport on screen.

Shooting the racing scenes presented additional challenges, with Clooney describing the process as "hell." The intricate coordination required, involving nine boats and actors with limited rowing experience. The Boys in the Boat is set to hit theatres on December 17.