In the case of Indy, there’s a whole lot of fan material out there to sift through. These are the scripts that have fooled at least a few people. Micah Johnson does a good job of explaining and debunking these scripts at indyfan.com. For a great rundown of all the rumored plots and titles, check outThe Unofficial Indiana Jones IV Page. I’m not listing every rumored Indy title here, so be sure to check out those other links.
- Indiana Jones and the Sons of Darkness by R. Marshall Smith
Originally credited to Jeffrey Boam, this version of the script has been neutered by someone – all references to Indiana Jones have been replaced with “Alabama Smith.” More about the history at indyfan.com and in the forums of theraider.net. - Indiana Jones and the Sword of Arthur by Steven Frye and Michael Prentice
Another almost-written-by-Boam hoax. Read the sordid history at indyfan.com - Indiana Jones and the Tomb of Ice by Anonymous
This one has some formatting problems – a fan script giveaway. But it’s hard to track down elsewhere, so I’m posting it here. - Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Fallen Empire by Garrett Black
- Indiana Jones and the Saucer Men from Mars by Jeb Stuart
Written in 1995 to incorporate Lucas’ interest in an adventure involving aliens. Spielberg wasn’t interested. Read a script review at IGN here. Read a script review at Mental Floss here. - Indiana Jones and the City of the Gods by Frank Darabont
Comissioned by George Lucas, Frank Darabont wrote this screenplay with an alien connection, but no flying sauceers.
Read a script review from Mental Floss here.