Universal develops film adaptation of Sega's Shinobi series

eurogamer.net — October 9, 2024 at 11:00 AM UTC

Universal is developing a film adaptation of Sega's Shinobi series, directed by Sam Hargrave. The series, which began in 1987, features ninja protagonist Joe Musashi and has not seen a new game since 2011, though a new game is in development. The Shinobi film follows the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog movies. It will be produced by Universal, known for its work on The Super Mario Bros. Movie and other successful adaptations. Ken Kobayashi will write the screenplay, while a film based on Sega's Eternal Champions is also in the works.

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Sam Hargrave to direct live-action Shinobi movie for Universal and Sega (digitaltrends.com)
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Shinobi movie adaptation in development as video game films gain popularity (engadget.com)
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Sega partners with Universal Pictures for Shinobi movie adaptation (comingsoon.net)
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Sega develops live-action Shinobi movie with Universal (gizmodo.com)
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Sega and Universal team up for Shinobi movie adaptation (nintendolife.com)
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Sega's classic arcade game Shinobi gets movie adaptation with director Sam Hargrave (gamespot.com)
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Sega's Shinobi video game series to be adapted into a film by Universal (in.ign.com)
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