Margot Robbie, starring as Barbie, teams up with director Kate Herron from Loki to breathe life into The Sims franchise on the silver screen.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, The Sims, renowned as one of the most beloved video game franchises, is undergoing a cinematic transformation. Kate Herron, acclaimed for her direction of the first season of Loki, has been tapped to direct the film adaptation. Joining her in the screenwriting process is Briony Redman. Margot Robbie’s production company, LuckyChap, known for its triumph with Barbie, will helm production duties. Vertigo Entertainment’s Roy Lee and Miri Yoon will also be on board as producers, while Electronic Arts, the publisher of The Sims, will contribute creatively and as a production partner.
Described as a highly sought-after project, The Sims movie is currently being pitched to various studios and streaming platforms, with its ultimate destination still uncertain. In its early stages of development, no cast members or plot details have been disclosed yet. Speculation arises regarding how The Sims will transition into a feature film; perhaps it could cleverly incorporate the game’s tropes. Drawing inspiration from the unconventional approach to adapting Barbie, spearheaded by Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap, hints at a potential influence on the project. Notably, The Sims mirrors the simulation of fantasy lives in virtual homes, akin to a digital dollhouse experience, reminiscent of how children engage with Barbie dolls.
“The Sims” stands as one of the most prosperous video game franchises of all time
Originating as SimCity, the video game franchise underwent a transformative journey, emerging as the widely acclaimed spinoff, The Sims, debuting in 2000. In contrast to the city-building focus of SimCity, The Sims delved into the intricacies of the daily lives of its fictional inhabitants, dubbed “Sims.” Boasting nearly 200 million copies sold globally, The Sims has solidified its status as one of the most profitable video game franchises in history. Following the resounding success of the original title, a plethora of sequels, spinoffs, and expansion packs ensued, further enriching the Sims universe.
Despite previous attempts, 20th Century Studios secured the rights in 2007 for a movie adaptation of The Sims; however, the project languished in development limbo and failed to gain substantial momentum. After remaining dormant for years, it was ultimately abandoned altogether following Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019.
However, recent successes in the realm of video game movies, exemplified by the forthcoming Super Mario Bros. Movie, may have reignited interest and provided the impetus needed for The Sims to finally materialize on the big screen. As of now, no release date has been announced for The Sims movie.
(Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
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