Sega, the famous gaming company, is teaming up with Universal to bring another one of its popular franchises to the big screen. This time, it’s the ninja action game Shinobi that will be getting the movie treatment.
The movie will be directed by Sam Hargrave and the screenplay will be written by Ken Kobayashi. Shinobi first appeared in arcades back in 1987 and has since become a beloved series with multiple sequels and spin-offs. The franchise has sold over five million copies worldwide, and Sega is even working on a new game to continue the legacy.
The talent behind the upcoming Shinobi movie includes producers Marc Platt, Adam Siegel, and Dmitri M. Johnson. Toru Nakahara will be representing Sega in the production, with Mike Goldberg and Timothy I. Stevenson also involved in the project.
Universal, known for its recent adaptations of Super Mario Bros. and Five Nights at Freddy’s, is taking on the challenge of bringing the ninja world of Shinobi to life on the big screen. With the success of video game adaptations in Hollywood, fans of the series are eager to see how this classic game will translate into a movie.
In addition to the Shinobi movie, Sega is also working on a Streets of Rage adaptation, showing a commitment to bringing its iconic games to new audiences through film. As more details about these projects emerge, fans can expect updates on the progress of these exciting ventures.
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