Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in HBO's Euphoria, The White Lotus, and the recent superhero film Madame Web, is reportedly in final negotiations to star in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the iconic anime and toy franchise, Mobile Suit Gundam. This exciting development comes after Bandai Namco and Legendary confirmed in February that they have entered into a co-financing agreement for the project, which is currently untitled.
The film will be both written and directed by Kim Mickle, renowned for her work on the series Sweet Tooth. While specific plot details and a release window remain under wraps, the production has already teased fans with a captivating poster, signaling the global theatrical release of the movie.
According to Variety, Sweeney's involvement in the Gundam film is a significant step forward, though details about her character and the overall plot are yet to be disclosed. Sweeney's diverse portfolio also includes her roles in Reality, Anyone but You, and a forthcoming horror film inspired by a Reddit thread, which she is set to both star in and produce.
In their announcement, Legendary and Bandai Namco expressed their intent to release further details as they are finalized. They also highlighted the historical significance of Mobile Suit Gundam, which first aired in 1979 and revolutionized the 'real robot anime' genre. The series is celebrated for its realistic portrayal of war, detailed scientific explorations, and complex human narratives centered around 'mobile suits' as weapons, sparking a massive cultural phenomenon.
