Draft:Gundam (film)

Gundam
Gundam
Directed by	Jim Mickle
Screenplay by	Jim Mickle
Based on	Mobile Suit Gundam; by Yoshiyuki Tomino
Produced by	Cale Boyter; Mary Parent; Jim Mickle; Naohiroshi Ogata; Linda Moran;
Production; companies	Legendary Pictures; Bandai Namco Filmworks; Nightshade;
Countries	United States; Japan;
Language	English

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Gundam is an upcoming science fiction film written and directed by Jim Mickle, who also produce and executive produce, respectively. The film is based on the anime series Mobile Suit Gundam created by Yoshiyuki Tomino.

Gundam is a co-production between Bandai Namco Filmworks, Nightshade, and Legendary Pictures.

Production

On July 5, 2018, it was announced that a live-action adaptation of the anime series Mobile Suit Gundam was in development from Legendary Entertainment alongside the studio for the original series, Sunrise, with Cale Boyter overseeing the project.^[1] In April 12, 2021, it was announced that Jordan Vogt-Roberts was attached to direct and produce the film, with Brian K. Vaughan set to write the screenplay and executive produce, under his overall deal at Legendary, and Netflix distributing in the United States on their streaming service, while Legendary distributes theatrically in China.^[2]^[3] In November 2021, Legendary revealed a first-look of the film, in the form of concept art showcasing the original RX-78-2 Gundam suit.^[4]^[5]^[6] In late October 2024, Vogt-Roberts and Netflix were no longer involved with the film, with Jim Mickle now hired to write and direct.^[7]

Filming

Principal photography is scheduled to begin in early 2025.^[7]

References

^ McNary, Dave (July 5, 2018). "'Gundam' Live-Action Movie in the Works". Variety. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.
^ Petski, Denise (December 7, 2018). "Brian K. Vaughan Inks Overall Deal With Legendary Entertainment". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.
^ B. Vary, Adam (April 12, 2021). "'Gundam' Live-Action Movie Set at Netflix With Director Jordan Vogt-Roberts". Variety. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.
^ @Legendary (November 9, 2021). "It's Gundam like you've never seen before. Here's a first look at concept art from Kong: Skull Island director, @VogtRoberts's upcoming live action Gundam film. #GundamMovie" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
^ Lacerna, Michael (November 9, 2021). "Netflix Reveals First Concept Art from Live-Action Gundam Movie". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved February 26, 2022.
^ Shirey, Paul (November 10, 2021). "Gundam Live Action Movie Concept Art Revealed By Netflix". Screen Rant. Retrieved February 26, 2022.
^ ^a ^b Kroll, Justin (October 31, 2024). "'Gundam' Movie At Legendary Taps 'Sweet Tooth' Showrunner Jim Mickle To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 31, 2024.

External links

Gundam at IMDb

[1] McNary, Dave (July 5, 2018). "'Gundam' Live-Action Movie in the Works". Variety. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.

[2] Petski, Denise (December 7, 2018). "Brian K. Vaughan Inks Overall Deal With Legendary Entertainment". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.

[3] B. Vary, Adam (April 12, 2021). "'Gundam' Live-Action Movie Set at Netflix With Director Jordan Vogt-Roberts". Variety. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved April 12, 2021.

[4] @Legendary (November 9, 2021). "It's Gundam like you've never seen before. Here's a first look at concept art from Kong: Skull Island director, @VogtRoberts's upcoming live action Gundam film. #GundamMovie" (Tweet) – via Twitter.

[5] Lacerna, Michael (November 9, 2021). "Netflix Reveals First Concept Art from Live-Action Gundam Movie". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved February 26, 2022.

[6] Shirey, Paul (November 10, 2021). "Gundam Live Action Movie Concept Art Revealed By Netflix". Screen Rant. Retrieved February 26, 2022.

[DL-7] Kroll, Justin (October 31, 2024). "'Gundam' Movie At Legendary Taps 'Sweet Tooth' Showrunner Jim Mickle To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 31, 2024.

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