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After much deliberation Disney have put a kibosh on plans to remake the 1968 Beatles’ animation Yellow Submarine.

The reboot - which was being developed by ImageMovers Digital and had Robert Zemeckis on directing duties - has ceased to a halt before filming even got off the ground.

Up until now casting talks had been in full swing with that Cary Elwes, Dean Lennox Kelly, Peter Serafinowicz and Adam Campbell, all associated with the forthcoming project.

It has been suggested that the poor performance of Zemeckis’ Mars Needs Moms, is linked to the film’s sudden cancellation. But sources tell ComingSoon.net that the official decision was made quietly several months ago.

Based on The Beatles’ song, the original 1968 animation featured art direction by Heinz Edelmann.

The story is set in an undersea paradise inhabited by hippies whose harmonious lifestyles are protected by Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.

When the music hating Blue Meanies burst on the scene John, Paul, George and Ringo embark on an adventure in their yellow submarine to bring music back to Pepperland.