Michael Keaton and JK Simmons no longer starring in 'Kong: Skull Island'

Michael Keaton and JK Simmons no longer starring in 'Kong: Skull Island'

Hollywood actors Michael Keaton and JK Simmons have allegedly pulled out of the upcoming movie "Kong: Skull Island."

The pair have stepped down from the project due to scheduling conflicts, Deadline reports. However, British actor Tom Hiddleston remains on board.

The Legendary Pictures production has been penned by John Gatins and Max Borenstein and is being directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts, known for his work on the 2013 production "The Kings of Summer". Production is set to begin at the end of the year.