Margot Robbie's LuckyChap to Produce "The Sims" Movie with "Loki" Director
March 22, 2024Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, is collaborating with 'Loki' director Kate Herron and writer Briony Redman on a film adaptation of The Sims video game.
The production team includes LuckyChap partners Josey McNamara and Tom Ackerley, along with Roy Lee and Miri Yoon of Vertigo Entertainment.
While a studio has not been confirmed, LuckyChap has an existing deal with Warner Bros., hinting at potential collaboration following the 'Barbie' movie's success.
Electronic Arts, the creator of The Sims, is involved in the film's production, likely influencing its creative direction.
There is no clear storyline for the movie yet, but the success of LuckyChap's 'Barbie' movie has encouraged Electronic Arts to pursue the adaptation.
The announcement has sparked anticipation and speculation among fans, especially regarding how the game's elements, like Simlish, will be depicted.
The Sims movie joins a growing list of video game adaptations, including TV series like Fallout and The Last of Us.
The project is in preliminary stages, with casting and the choice of release studio still pending.
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Los Angeles Times • Mar 21, 2024
Margot Robbie producing 'Sims' movie from 'Loki' director - Los Angeles TimesVariety • Mar 20, 2024
LuckyChap, Vertigo Entertainment Producing 'The Sims' MoviePolygon • Mar 21, 2024
Margot Robbie’s producing a Sims movie by the director of Loki