Bohemian Rhapsody: 6 Details About the Freddie Mercury Biopic Starring Rami Malek

After clashing with the film's star, Rami Malek, and being absent from the set, 20th Century Fox confirmed that Singer is no longer attached to the project. "Bryan Singer is no longer the director of Bohemian Rhapsody," the studio said in a statement. In response to the news, Singer released a statement of his own, explaining that he was caring for a sick parent during his leave. He also said that any dispute between him and Malek has since been resolved and didn't have anything to do with his departure. The studio is expected to name a new director in the next few days.

Mr. Robot's Rami Malek (aka the internet's boyfriend) has signed on to play the legendary rock star, which Singer announced via Instagram in November.

Joining Malek are actors Gwilym Lee, Joe Mazzello, and Ben Hardy, who will play Queen band members Brian May (guitarist), John Deacon (bass guitarist), and Roger Taylor (drummer), respectively.

The biopic is being produced by Graham King's GK Films banner (for 20th Century Fox and New Regency). Screenwriting duties fell to Justin Haythe, who wrote the script along with King, Jim Beach, and Singer producing. Jane Rosenthal, Denis O'Sullivan, and Arnon Milchan will serve as executive producers.

Despite Singer's departure as director, Fox still hopes to release Bohemian Rhapsody in December 2018.