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A Metal Gear Solid Film Has Been Greenlit By Sony
Sony has greenlit a film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid, with Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein set to direct. Avi and Ari Arad are producing the film for Sony Pictures. This announcement comes as Konami prepares to release Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Metal Gear Solid movie is back on again thanks to two hot new directors
A live-action Metal Gear Solid movie is back in development at Sony Pictures, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached. The project, first announced in 2006, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic characters to the big screen. While the new directors are known for Final Destination Bloodlines, their involvement in other projects like an animated Venom movie and the new Gremlins film means the Metal Gear Solid movie's release remains a distant prospect.
Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation finds new directors
Sony's Metal Gear Solid film adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts. The project, first announced by Hideo Kojima in 2006, aims to bring the iconic game characters to life. Separately, Google removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store for alleged violations of terms of service regarding sensitive themes.
Theater chain listing claims that Spider-Man: Brand New Day takes place after the events of Avengers: Doomsday
A US cinema chain's website lists Spider-Man: Brand New Day as taking place after the events of Avengers: Doomsday, suggesting a significant plot point for Peter Parker's character. The synopsis indicates Parker attempts to retire from being Spider-Man but is drawn back to protect his friends, potentially hinting at a major conflict preceding the film.
Sony Pictures' Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation is resurrected, with the directors of last year's Final Destination: Bloodlines at the helm
Sony Pictures has tapped directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to helm the Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts who was attached since 2014. This new direction is part of a first-look deal with Sony that also includes an animated Venom movie and an original sci-fi project. While Hideo Kojima's involvement is unclear, producers Avi and Ari Arad remain attached, and Oscar Isaac was previously rumored to play Solid Snake.
Metal Gear Solid Movie Coming From Sony Pictures | Console Creatures
Sony Pictures is developing a Metal Gear Solid movie, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached to adapt Hideo Kojima's iconic series. While Oscar Isaac was previously cast as Solid Snake and Jordan Vogt-Roberts was set to direct, it appears both are no longer involved with the project.
The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge
Columbia Pictures is reviving the Metal Gear Solid film adaptation with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein. The project, which has been in development for decades, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic stealth game to the big screen. While previous attempts have stalled, this new iteration is moving forward with Avi Arad and Ari Arad still attached as producers.
Metal Gear Solid movie finally makes progress after 12 years with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors signed on
Directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein have signed a deal with Sony Pictures, with their first project reportedly being the long-delayed Metal Gear Solid movie. This marks significant progress for the film adaptation, which was first announced 12 years ago in 2014. Producer Avi Arad confirmed a script is currently in progress.
Another Attempt at a Metal Gear Solid Movie Is Being Made by Sony
Sony Pictures has tapped directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to helm a new movie adaptation of the Metal Gear Solid franchise. The directors expressed their honor in bringing Hideo Kojima's iconic characters and world to life, having previously worked on Final Destination Bloodlines.
Dune 3 Mulai Siapkan Amunisi Jelang Lawan Avengers Doomsday
Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday are set to release on December 18, 2026, creating a major box office conflict dubbed 'Dunesday'. Dune 3 has already begun selling IMAX tickets, with high demand driving resale prices significantly above face value. Warner Bros. is motivated to keep its IMAX exclusive for the opening weekend, while Disney's plans for Avengers: Doomsday remain uncertain.
Metal Gear Solid Movie Gets New Directors
The Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, taking over from Jordan Vogt-Roberts. Sony Pictures is developing the film, which is still in early stages with no confirmed script, cast, or release date. This adaptation is one of several video game projects from Sony, including a Resident Evil movie and The Legend of Zelda live-action film.
PS5, PS4 Players Getting Free Credit for Playing PS Plus Game
Sony is offering PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners a free movie credit for playing Resident Evil Village through the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog. Players need to play the game for at least 30 minutes by April 30 and link their accounts to the Sony Pictures Core app to receive the credit by May 8.
Tom Holland says Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots to add humor and "[layer] in a villain plotline…
Tom Holland confirmed that the upcoming Marvel movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots to incorporate more humor and a new villain plotline. While Holland stated these additions are not essential, they are intended to enhance the film's existing strengths. The movie also features new cast members and will see the hero team up with Hulk and Punisher.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Includes Disclaimer That It Cannot Be Used For AI Training
The Super Mario Bros. Movie includes a disclaimer in its credits stating that it cannot be used to train AI, a warning also present in Universal's recent films. Nintendo has been discussing AI internally, with former president Doug Bowser noting its potential to enhance gameplay while emphasizing the importance of human creativity in game development.
Anya Taylor-Joy Did Not Actually Barf When Voicing Peach For The First Time In Mario Movie
Anya Taylor-Joy clarified that she did not vomit while voicing Princess Peach for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, but rather during her first-ever voice acting job. She explained that the confusion stemmed from a previous interview where she discussed a separate voice acting experience. The Super Mario Bros. Movie was a major box office success, and a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie is currently in production.
Zelda Movie Filming At Same Locations As The Lord Of The Rings, And People Are Excited
The upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda movie is filming in New Zealand, utilizing some of the same scenic locations as Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Director Wes Ball aims to create a serious film that fulfills fans' desires for the franchise. The movie, a joint production between Nintendo and Sony Pictures, is set for a May 2027 release.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is No. 9 Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie Of All Time After Just 5 Days
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the ninth highest-grossing video game movie of all time after only five days, earning $372.5 million worldwide. This article ranks the top 16 highest-grossing video game films, including titles like A Minecraft Movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and Pokemon Detective Pikachu, based on domestic, international, and worldwide box office figures.
It's the start of the month and Prime Video has added loads of new movies: here are the 3 I recommend you watch this weekend (April 3–April 5)
This guide recommends three movies available on Prime Video for the weekend of April 3-5: the thriller Crime 101 starring Chris Hemsworth, the sci-fi classic The Terminator, and the cult zombie musical Anna and the Apocalypse. The recommendations come from Will Salmon, GamesRadar's Streaming Editor.
Project Hail Mary directors showed off an "embarrassing" 225-minute cut to fellow filmmakers and received…
Directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller shared an "embarrassing" 225-minute cut of their film Project Hail Mary with filmmaker friends, who advised them to significantly shorten it. The directors explained that while they found many scenes charming, they didn't always land with the audience, making the editing process easier.
How Tom Holland’s Return as Spider-Man Signals the MCU’s Next Phase
Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures have announced "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," the fourth installment starring Tom Holland, set for release on July 31, 2026. This film marks a significant reset for the character, focusing on Peter Parker's journey after losing his identity, with Destin Daniel Cretton directing and a return to more grounded, street-level storytelling.
