In an effort to promote their latest animated feature, "Megamind," actor Will Ferrell and DreamWorks want to bring the biggest gathering of costumed superheroes together for a Guinness World Record attempt next week Oct. 2 in downtown L.A.
The "Mega-event" starts at 8 a.m. at the LA LIVE entertainment campus for check-in. Then Ferrell and an estimated 1,500 dressed as recognizable superheroes from a published comic book, book, television show or film will go for the record attempt at 10 a.m.
To satisfy the Guinness attempt, there will have to be at least 1,501 superheroes in place to make the record happen.
For those interested in participating in costume or just watching this happen, the press release with detailed info is included after the jump.
"Megamind" stars Will Ferrell in the title voice role as a ne'er-do-well genius super villain who is constantly bested by his nemesis, Metro Man (voiced by Brad Pitt). A newer, more dangerous menace comes to town and Megamind may be Metro City's only hope.
"Megamind" in 3D opens Nov. 5.
LA LIVE is located at 800 Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90015.
WHO: Will Ferrell (aka Megamind), DreamWorks Animation and Guinness World Records
WHAT: Join Will Ferrell and 1,500 of his closest costumed superhero friends as they attempt to make heroic history and claim the Guinness World Records title for the Largest Gathering of Superheroes. The Mega-event hosted by DreamWorks Animation is open to all caped crusaders wishing to join the fun.
To qualify for the record attempt, all interested participants must arrive dressed as an easily recognisable superhero that has appeared in a published book, comic, television program or film, as stipulated by the record guidelines. The feat will be judged by official Guinness World Records Adjudicator and Spokesperson, Stuart Claxton and will require a minimum of 1,501 superheroes to break the current world record.
The world record attempt will mark the kickoff of MegaMonth, an official month dedicated to Mega-events across the country in celebration of the release of MEGAMIND on November 5th.
WHEN: Saturday, October 2
8:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Arrivals / Breakfast / Carnival
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Record attempt, Certificate Presentation
WHERE: LA LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
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