'Pinocchio' trivia and fun facts

Lost directors

Both Sam Mendes (Spectre') and Paul King ('Paddington') were attached as directors, but finally gave up on it.

Up to 3 Pinnochios

Since this project was announced, another two adaptations from the character tried to get on: one from Ron Howard with Robert Downey Jr. as Geppetto and an animation one directed by Guillermo del Toro.