Legendary and Bandai Namco team up for Live Action Mobile Suit Gundam Film

by Tom February 7, 2025

Fans of the beloved anime and toy franchise Mobile Suit Gundam can finally rejoice as a live action film adaptation is officially in the works. Legendary and Bandai Namco have signed an agreement to co-finance the project, with Sweet Tooth’s Kim Mickle set to write and direct. The film, which currently lacks an official title, will be released globally in theaters. While details are still scarce, the companies have promised to keep fans updated as things progress. With a rich history of anime series and films, as well as a popular toy line, the first ever live action Gundam film is sure to be a hit.

Legendary and Bandai Namco team up for Live Action Mobile Suit Gundam Film

– Bandai Namco and Legendary have signed an agreement to co-finance the live action film adaptation of Mobile Suit Gundam.
– The film will be written and directed by Kim Mickle, released globally, and marks the first live action punt for the franchise.
– Mobile Suit Gundam has a long history with numerous anime series, films, and toy line.

A highly anticipated live action film adaptation of the popular anime and toy franchise Mobile Suit Gundam has officially begun full production, as Bandai Namco and Legendary have signed an agreement to co-finance the project. Initially announced in 2018, little information was known about the film’s progress until now. Fans can now look forward to experiencing the first ever live action Gundam film on the big screen.

The upcoming movie, currently without an official title, will be written and directed by Kim Mickle, known for their work on the series Sweet Tooth. Legendary and the newly formed Bandai Namco Filmworks America have confirmed that the film will be released in theaters worldwide. This marks the first time that the beloved franchise, which includes 25 anime series, 34 animated films, 27 original anime productions, and a popular toy line, will be adapted into a live action format.

“We plan to steadily reveal more details as they are finalized,” stated Legendary and Bandai Namco. While no specific release dates or plot details were provided, a teaser poster was shared to build excitement for the project.

Mobile Suit Gundam, which made its debut on television in 1979, revolutionized the robot anime genre by presenting a more nuanced portrayal of war, complex scientific concepts, and intricate human dramas. The series introduced the concept of ‘real robot anime,’ diverging from the traditional themes of good versus evil by focusing on the realistic use of robots as ‘mobile suits’ in combat. This innovative approach sparked a widespread phenomenon and captivated audiences worldwide.

With the film adaptation of Mobile Suit Gundam underway, fans can anticipate an immersive cinematic experience that stays true to the groundbreaking storytelling and rich universe of the original series. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting project as production progresses.