Taylor Lautner Drops Out of Stretch Armstrong Film

It’s official, thanks to Hasbro, the production company of popular 70s/90s flex toy and Relativity Media, “Stretch Armstrong” will be making its way to the big screen.

Initially actor and Twilight heartthrob Taylor Lautner was attached to star in the project, but today it was announced that he’s decided to part ways with the blockbuster project that’s sure to make big bucks. The issue is said to be over scheduling conflicts, which was confirmed by TheWrap.

Taylor Lautner has been doing quite well for himself in setting himself a part from the “Twilight” franchise, snagging roles in the action film “Abduction” which only made half the budget back with $82.5 million worldwide, and Sci Fi film “Incarceron” which is slated for a 2013 release date.

The “Stretch Armstrong” picture was originally in development at Universal Studios and Lautner was going to make a reported 7.5 million not including backend from the film. The actor even cleared his schedule by turning down “Northern Lights” and “Max Steel”.

The film will draw inspiration from the 1970s toy and the 90s relaunch of the toy. The cast soon to be announced the film is slated for a April 14, 2014 release date.

Who’s the perfect Stretch Armstrong? Any picks?