Farrelly Bros Turn 'There's Something About Mary' into Musical

The beloved 1998 romantic comedy, "There's Something About Mary," is set to be reimagined as a Broadway musical. Directors Bobby and Peter Farrelly, known as the Farrelly brothers, are spearheading this theatrical adaptation.

Speaking about the project, Bobby Farrelly indicated that the musical has been in development for a couple of years, with a potential debut on Broadway possibly occurring next year. He drew a comparison to the successful musical "The Book of Mormon" when discussing their creative ideas for the show's songs.

The Farrelly brothers, who also directed classics like "Dumb and Dumber" and "Kingpin," reflected on the changing landscape of comedy filmmaking. Bobby Farrelly noted that studios currently offer less support for comedies, often resulting in smaller budgets for such films. He expressed hope for a resurgence in studio investment in comedies.

"There's Something About Mary," starring Ben Stiller and Cameron Diaz, was a significant box office success, grossing $369 million worldwide against a $23 million budget. The film also garnered critical acclaim, achieving a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.