‘House Party’ Reboot Adds Melvin Gregg, Rotimi and Allen Maldonado (Exclusive)

Melvin Gregg, Rotimi and Allen Maldonado are the latest stars to join New Line’s reimagining of the 1990 hit comedy “House Party,” produced by the SpringHill Company for HBO Max.The trio join stars Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Tosin Cole, Karen Obilom and DC Young Fly for the new movie, produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter.The reimagining of the cult classic, which starred Christopher “Kid” Reid and Christopher “Play” Martin of the hip-hop group Kid ‘n Play, is set to be directed by award-winning music video helmer Calmatic in his feature directorial debut.

The movie’s script comes from Emmy-nominated “Atlanta” duo Stephen Glover and Jamal Olori.The 1990 movie, written and directed by Reginald Hudlin, was a major financial success for New Line, earning $26.4 million at the box office and cult status with fans.

The movie also features Tisha Martin-Campbell, Martin Lawrence, A.J.

Johnson, Daryl “Chill” Mitchell and Full Force.

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