Do you know the four stories from the April 2011 issue? no Probably, as the vast majority of people do. Or anything but John Smith, an ordinary teenager. Gifted with supernatural powers, he constantly changes his identity and city, avoiding enemies who are willing to do anything to destroy him.

Wherever he goes, John is a newcomer with no past. In the small town of Ohio, where he settled, he experiences unexpected events that will change his life. From his first love to discovering his incredible abilities, he also connects with people who share his charming destiny…

destroyed at the box office

An adaptation of the seven-volume literary saga Legacy of Lorien Signed by Jobie Hughes and James Frey (collectively known as Pittacus Lore), Number four There was a project considered by the DreamWorks studio, which then raised hopes of bringing the prolific saga to the big screen with this film. This was especially the case with Marty Noxon, the film’s screenwriter, Collider site microphoneIn January 2011.

And to add some tricks: the relatively comfortable budget is estimated at 60 million dollars. Produced by Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg. Up-and-coming young actor, Alex Pettyfer, headlines. A seasoned director, DJ Caruso, if not a genius film maker.

Regardless of these cards in hand, this Number four The accomplished will never see a sequel. Blame it on a much lower box office than expected, namely $55 million domestically and less than $150 million internationally. And frankly lukewarm reviews.

On the AlloCiné mic, actor Alex Pettyfer returns to the film’s 2018 flop. “I think American films are mostly interested in the reception in their own country. The fourth one only brought in 55 million, which is not good for a 60’s budget. So locally I think it’s a failure, and that’s how I understand what they mean by ‘failure’.”

Thirteen years after the release of the first volume of this SF literary saga, it seems unlikely that an adaptation project will see the light of day again. If you’re not looking for a possible sign from streaming platforms…