Get ready for a big-screen version of Hogan's Heroes . Daily Variety reports Revolution Studios is developing a movie version of the sitcom, which ran from 1965-71 and followed the antics of a group of Allied POWs who were always outsmarting those silly Nazis. The late Bob Crane starred as Col. Hogan, while the late Werner Klemperer played the easily befuddled Col. Klink. Believe it or not, Tinseltown has been interested in producing a movie version of the World War II comedy for many years. Mel Gibson almost signed on in 1998, but dropped out to pursue other projects.
Variety reports another, darker Hogan -related movie is in the works.
This one focuses on the sexcapades of star Crane, who was bludgeoned to death in 1978. On Friday, he collected two trophies after going home empty-handed for the past 10 years. Reege was named best game show host for Who Wants to be a Millionaire and best talk show host for his work on Live With Regis . ABC News Internet Ventures. Internet Safety Information applicable to the site.