Margot Robbie, fresh off the success of her Barbie movie, is now set to bring another beloved classic to the silver screen with a live-action adaptation of ‘Monopoly.’ The 33-year-old actress and producer, along with her LuckyChap partners Josey McNamara and husband Tom Ackerley, are spearheading the project under their production banner.
The announcement comes on the heels of Barbie’s box-office victory, which raked in over USD 1.4 billion globally and garnered critical acclaim, including an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Now, Robbie and her team are ready to tackle the iconic board game, partnering with Lionsgate and Hasbro Entertainment for distribution and production.
In a statement, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Adam Fogelson expressed his confidence in the collaboration, stating, “I could not imagine a better production team for this beloved and iconic brand than LuckyChap.” LuckyChap also described ‘Monopoly’ as “a top property,” emphasizing its enduring appeal across generations.
Hasbro Entertainment Head of Film Zev Foreman highlighted the storytelling potential of ‘Monopoly,’ expressing excitement to collaborate with LuckyChap and Lionsgate to bring the game to life on the big screen. In addition to ‘Monopoly,’ LuckyChap is also venturing into the world of video game adaptations with an upcoming film based on ‘The Sims.’
As anticipation builds for both the ‘Monopoly’ movie and The Sims adaptation, audiences can expect a blend of nostalgia and innovation on the cinematic frontier. Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting projects!