The Pokemon phenomenon has existed globally for quite some time, with fans often engaging with Pokemon through comics, animated films, and more recently, the game Pokemon Go.
Recently, Legendary Pictures has revealed exciting news that is sure to excite Pokemon fans worldwide. Legendary is set to adapt Pokemon into a live-action film.
According to Deadline, Legendary Pictures has made initial steps towards developing this project and is set to proceed with legal procedures to adapt the Pokemon game into a live-action film. These legal steps and negotiations with various stakeholders are expected to be completed by April of this year.
However, there are some reports indicating that not only is Legendary pursuing this project, but both Sony and Warner Bros. are also seeking the rights to adapt Pokemon into a live-action film. Despite this competition, Pokemon fans remain optimistic that the rights will ultimately belong to Legendary due to their recent success with the Warcraft film, which overcame the previous struggles faced by other video game adaptations. This will be a significant advantage for Legendary in the race to secure the rights for the Pokemon live-action adaptation.
While the excitement for Pokemon’s entry into the film industry is palpable, fans are also concerned about the potential pitfalls of adapting a video game into a film, as many adaptations in the past have faced significant challenges. Anyone familiar with the history of video game adaptations knows that many have failed to resonate with audiences, leading to skepticism among fans.
Stay tuned for more updates on the live-action Pokemon film in our upcoming articles!
