Mega Man “Live-Action Hollywood Film” Is In The Works

*Shark_Blade* · 10-03-2018, 11:04 PM

https://mynintendonews.com/2018/10/0...-in-the-works/

Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) today announced that its popular Mega Man IP is scheduled to be adapted into a live-action Hollywood film for the first time.

Since Mega Man debuted on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, the series secured its position as one of Capcom’s major brands, boasting cumulative sales of 32 million units worldwide (as of June 30, 201

. Mega Man gained a following due to the challenging gameplay that contrasted with the memorable design of its characters; in the 30 years following its launch, the series has spawned numerous spin-offs, which altogether still enjoy the support of a deeply passionate fan base, consisting of everyone from younger players to hardcore gamers alike. Further, the Mega Man brand has been utilized in a wide variety of mediums around the globe, such as in character merchandise, comic books, animated television shows and movies. Mega Man 11, the newest title in the series, was released on October 2, 2018 in North America and Europe and October 4 in Japan.

The feature film, tentatively titled MEGA MAN, will be written and directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, and is scheduled to be distributed by 20th Century Fox. Chernin Entertainment, responsible for the Planet of the Apes series, will be producing it with Masi Oka, of Heroes fame. Based on the influential and globally beloved Mega Man franchise, Capcom aims to appeal to a diverse audience, including not only game players but action movie fans as well, with an adaptation that maintains the world of the Mega Man games, while incorporating the grand production and entertainment value that Hollywood movies are known for.

Capcom proactively leverages its rich library of original content in film and screen adaptations in conjunction with its Single Content Multiple Usage strategy. In addition to the release of Hollywood film Resident Evil: The Final Chapter in 2017 (released December 2016 in Japan), Mega Man: Fully Charged, an animated television show, began airing in North America in August 2018.

Going forward, Capcom remains committed to increasing the brand value of its game content by maximizing the significant promotional effect of visual media.

*drgon78* · 10-04-2018, 04:26 AM

I was just thinking bout this the other day when playing Mega Man 11.

*IMJ* · 10-04-2018, 09:53 AM

This can't possibly go well.....

*drgon78* · 10-04-2018, 12:18 PM

It could if it was in the right hands...but how often does that happen.

~~AquaParade~~ · 10-04-2018, 01:00 PM

I'm excited.

I see a lot of negative reactions online, but I see some potential. If they aren't going the full cgi route and leaning towards a Big Hero 6 - action/family vibe, which I think could work, then they may as well go all out action/sci-fi/drama and grab Neil Blomkamp to direct, in my opinion.

I guess I'm not invested enough to care if it stinks. I'll always love the games, I can forget the movie if it isn't good.

*Andrew NDB* · 10-04-2018, 01:21 PM

Will f***ing Mega Man be the first video game movie to break through and be good in the history of video game movies?

No, no chance.

*Leo656* · 10-04-2018, 08:12 PM

If it is, you have to produce a shot-for-shot remake of "Highlander 2: The Quickening". And NOT the "Renegade Cut". Theatrical, bitch.

You seem pretty certain, so surely there's no harm in a friendly gentleman's wager?

*XERO* · 10-04-2018, 10:56 PM

The film score better be 8-bit like the NES.

*Andrew NDB* · 10-04-2018, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leo656

If it is, you have to produce a shot-for-shot remake of "Highlander 2: The Quickening". And NOT the "Renegade Cut". Theatrical, bitch.

You seem pretty certain, so surely there's no harm in a friendly gentleman's wager?

You have to go and buy a bunch of Rise of the TMNT toys, then. And make a full length video of you worshipping them.

*Wildcat* · 10-04-2018, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

Will f***ing Mega Man be the first video game movie to break through and be good in the history of video game movies?

No, no chance.

It can’t be first since the Sonic movie is already in production

But seriously Mortal Kombat was good...and imo Annihilation was too

*Leo656* · 10-04-2018, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

You have to go and buy a bunch of Rise of the TMNT toys, then. And make a full length video of you worshipping them.

Those are some f*cking high stakes, my friend.

Aaronardo · 10-07-2018, 10:03 AM

What's up with you, Capcom? You did next to nothing with Mega Man for years and now suddenly, oh, TV series, oh, movie, oh, retro throwback times for everyone!

Eh, I'd love for this movie to be good, though. Probably not, but it could work if the right people are involved. If.

*TigerClaw* · 10-08-2018, 03:47 PM

There was a Mega Man Fanfilm back in 2010. This Fanfilm's run time is 1 hour and 33 minutes.

*Shark_Blade* · 10-08-2018, 06:09 PM

That’s not even a boy...

But I guess since Dora the Explorer movie is also an adult now...

*TigerClaw* · 10-08-2018, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shark_Blade

That’s not even a boy...

But I guess since Dora the Explorer movie is also an adult now...

Its kind of weird that he's called Mega Man. Yet he looks like a boy in those games.

10-03-2018, 11:04 PM	#1
Shark_Blade Emperor Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 7,902	Mega Man “Live-Action Hollywood Film” Is In The Works https://mynintendonews.com/2018/10/0...-in-the-works/ Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) today announced that its popular Mega Man IP is scheduled to be adapted into a live-action Hollywood film for the first time. Since Mega Man debuted on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, the series secured its position as one of Capcom’s major brands, boasting cumulative sales of 32 million units worldwide (as of June 30, 201. Mega Man gained a following due to the challenging gameplay that contrasted with the memorable design of its characters; in the 30 years following its launch, the series has spawned numerous spin-offs, which altogether still enjoy the support of a deeply passionate fan base, consisting of everyone from younger players to hardcore gamers alike. Further, the Mega Man brand has been utilized in a wide variety of mediums around the globe, such as in character merchandise, comic books, animated television shows and movies. Mega Man 11, the newest title in the series, was released on October 2, 2018 in North America and Europe and October 4 in Japan. The feature film, tentatively titled MEGA MAN, will be written and directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, and is scheduled to be distributed by 20th Century Fox. Chernin Entertainment, responsible for the Planet of the Apes series, will be producing it with Masi Oka, of Heroes fame. Based on the influential and globally beloved Mega Man franchise, Capcom aims to appeal to a diverse audience, including not only game players but action movie fans as well, with an adaptation that maintains the world of the Mega Man games, while incorporating the grand production and entertainment value that Hollywood movies are known for. Capcom proactively leverages its rich library of original content in film and screen adaptations in conjunction with its Single Content Multiple Usage strategy. In addition to the release of Hollywood film Resident Evil: The Final Chapter in 2017 (released December 2016 in Japan), Mega Man: Fully Charged, an animated television show, began airing in North America in August 2018. Going forward, Capcom remains committed to increasing the brand value of its game content by maximizing the significant promotional effect of visual media.

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XERO Hybrid Theorist Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Alamo City Posts: 8,062	The film score better be 8-bit like the NES. __________________ "Travel at the speed of light... then hit the nitro!"

10-04-2018, 04:26 AM	#2
drgon78 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 2,215	I was just thinking bout this the other day when playing Mega Man 11.

10-04-2018, 12:18 PM	#4
drgon78 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 2,215	It could if it was in the right hands...but how often does that happen.

10-04-2018, 01:00 PM	#5
~~AquaParade~~ Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 8,450	I'm excited. I see a lot of negative reactions online, but I see some potential. If they aren't going the full cgi route and leaning towards a Big Hero 6 - action/family vibe, which I think could work, then they may as well go all out action/sci-fi/drama and grab Neil Blomkamp to direct, in my opinion. I guess I'm not invested enough to care if it stinks. I'll always love the games, I can forget the movie if it isn't good.

10-07-2018, 10:03 AM	#12
Aaronardo Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: :noitacoL Posts: 1,042	What's up with you, Capcom? You did next to nothing with Mega Man for years and now suddenly, oh, TV series, oh, movie, oh, retro throwback times for everyone! Eh, I'd love for this movie to be good, though. Probably not, but it could work if the right people are involved. If. __________________ "Shredder, you gotta listen to reason!" - Leonardo "Oh Turtles! Oh Turtles! Chew your gum properly." "If I miss this week's Kirby, heads are gonna roll." - Raphael "The Biosites have almost finished healing my flesh." - Shredder "Because we're takin' the heart and you're goin' to jail!" - Donatello

10-08-2018, 03:47 PM	#13
TigerClaw Mutant Tiger Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hialeah, Florida, USA Posts: 13,815	There was a Mega Man Fanfilm back in 2010. This Fanfilm's run time is 1 hour and 33 minutes. __________________

10-08-2018, 06:09 PM	#14
Shark_Blade Emperor Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 7,902	That’s not even a boy... But I guess since Dora the Explorer movie is also an adult now...

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