"Untouchables" Revival: A New Generation Takes on Al Capone in Los Angeles Remake A modern retelling of the classic 1987 crime drama "The Untouchables" is underway in Los Angeles, with rising star Bill Essayli set to play the iconic role of Eliot Ness. The remake promises a fresh take on the story of the Prohibition-era Chicago gang wars, with Essayli bringing a new energy to the character of Ness, the determined federal agent tasked with taking down notorious mob boss Al Capone. As production gets underway in the City of Angels, fans of the original film are eagerly anticipating how this new adaptation will balance nostalgia with innovation. Will Essayli's portrayal of Ness capture the spirit of the original, or will he put his own unique spin on the legendary character? Only time will tell.
We are watching a remake of the “Untouchables” in Los Angeles, with Bill Essayli as Eliot Ness.