Hasbro and Legendary Entertainment are joining forces to bring the world of Magic: The Gathering to the big and small screens. This ambitious project will encompass both films and television series, with the movie slated for initial development priority.
Legendary Entertainment, known for its work on acclaimed films like Dune, the Godzilla franchise (including Godzilla vs. Kong), and Detective Pikachu, will oversee the creation of a shared Magic: The Gathering cinematic universe. A statement from Legendary's chairman of worldwide production emphasizes their commitment to responsible stewardship of established intellectual property, highlighting Magic: The Gathering as a prime example.
The relationship between this new initiative and the previously announced Netflix animated Magic: The Gathering series remains unclear. The report suggests separate projects, although a potential integration into a larger, unified universe isn't ruled out.
Magic: The Gathering, a globally renowned trading card game launched by Wizards of the Coast in 1993 (and acquired by Hasbro in 1999), is poised for a significant expansion into visual media. This venture aligns with Hasbro's extensive experience in adapting its properties for film, with past successes including franchises like G.I. Joe, Transformers, and Dungeons & Dragons. The company also has several other film adaptations currently in development, including new G.I. Joe films, a Power Rangers movie, and even a Beyblade film.
