Bandai Namco Filmworks announced on February 5, 2025, that it has entered into a joint investment agreement with Legendary Entertainment (California, USA) for the highly anticipated Hollywood live-action adaptation of Mobile Suit Gundam, tentatively titled ‘GUNDAM’.

A Historic Live-Action Adaptation of ‘Gundam’

Originally aired in 1979, Mobile Suit Gundam revolutionized the mecha anime genre, introducing realistic war depictions, intricate scientific concepts, and deep human drama, shifting away from the traditional good-versus-evil narratives of previous robot anime.

Over the past 45 years, Gundam has expanded into a massive franchise with:
✅ 25 TV series
✅ 34 theatrical releases
✅ 27 OVAs
✅ Numerous streaming specials & event films

With global popularity spanning generations, Gundam has also established itself as a massive merchandising powerhouse, generating over ¥140 billion ($1 billion+) annually through model kits (Gunpla), games, and other products.

Live-Action ‘Gundam’ Movie Details

🎬 Produced by: Legendary Pictures
🎭 Directed & Written by: Jim Mickle (Sweet Tooth)
🌍 Worldwide Theatrical Release Confirmed
The film marks the first-ever live-action Movie adaptation of Mobile Suit Gundam and aims to expand the franchise’s global reach with an epic Hollywood-scale production.

North American Expansion: Bandai Namco Filmworks America

To support the global Gundam strategy, Bandai Namco Filmworks will establish Bandai Namco Filmworks America, LLC on April 1, 2025.

📍 A subsidiary of Bandai Namco Holdings USA Inc.
🌍 Focus on overseas licensing & Gundam brand expansion
This move reinforces Bandai Namco’s commitment to international markets and solidifies Gundam as a world-class entertainment property.

Source : ORICON NEWS