Hasbro and Legendary Entertainment are teaming up 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 focus.
Legendary Entertainment, known for its work on successful franchises like Dune, the Godzilla films (including Godzilla vs. Kong), and Detective Pikachu, will spearhead the adaptation. A Legendary executive highlighted Magic: The Gathering's status as a cherished intellectual property, perfectly aligning with their commitment to carefully developed adaptations.
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 future integration into a larger, unified universe is a possibility.
Magic: The Gathering, a globally renowned trading card game launched by Wizards of the Coast in 1993, has a rich history. Its acquisition by Hasbro in 1999 solidified the brand's position within a portfolio of successful properties.
This venture continues Hasbro's track record of adapting its popular brands into film and television, with past successes including G.I. Joe, Transformers, and Dungeons & Dragons. The company currently has multiple projects underway, including new G.I. Joe films, a Power Rangers movie, and even a Beyblade adaptation.
