Sega recently announced a collaboration with Universal Pictures to bring a live-action adaptation of its popular Shinobi game franchise to the big screen. The film will be directed by Sam Hargrave, known for his work on the Extraction franchise, and the script will be adapted by Ken Kobayashi.
The Shinobi game series first debuted in the arcade in 1987 and has since gained a dedicated fan base. This film adaptation marks a new chapter in the franchise’s history and is highly anticipated by both gamers and movie enthusiasts.
The production team includes Marc Platt and Adam Siegal as producers, Dmitri M. Johnson as producer, Toru Nakahara as a producer from Sega, and Mike Goldberg and Timothy I. Stevenson as executive producers. With such a talented team behind the project, fans can expect a high-quality and faithful adaptation of the beloved game series.
This announcement comes at a time when other video game franchises are also making their mark in the film industry. Universal Pictures recently revealed plans for an animated film based on Super Mario Bros., set to release in 2026. Additionally, Paramount Pictures is gearing up for the release of the third installment in the live-action Sonic the Hedgehog film series.
Legendary Entertainment is also diving into the world of video game adaptations with a live-action film based on CAPCOM’s Street Fighter series. Amazon has its own live-action series in the works, based on Sega’s Like a Dragon game series, set to premiere on October 24.
Overall, the live-action Shinobi film is a testament to the enduring popularity and influence of video game culture in mainstream entertainment. Fans can look forward to seeing their favorite ninja hero come to life on the silver screen in the near future. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!
