Canadian toy and media company Spin Master Corp. is developing a new live-action Bakugan movie, according to a new report from Deadline. Brad Peyton is expected to direct, write, and produce the upcoming Bakugan live-action movie, and Lindsay Harbert is also working on it.
When speaking to Deadline, Payton said, “Bakugan is ready for the film treatment, and I’m thrilled to be the one to bring it to the big screen for the very first time. With Lindsay and the Spin Master team alongside me, we’re excited to build a hit franchise with global appeal. I am confident we will create a must-see film event that does justice to the unique and epic world that is Bakugan.”
Spin Master Entertainment president Jennifer Dodge said, “Bakugan is a global franchise with a multi-generational and devoted fanbase, built on the strength of its compelling characters and explosive battles. As fans who were part of its initial craze now enter adulthood, we are thrilled to be working with accomplished filmmaking talent like Brad to reimagine Bakugan in live action, expanding the franchise for fans while introducing it to new audiences around the world.”
Lastly, the latest Bakugan anime premiered in September 2023 on Netflix in the United States, Canada, Australia, the Nordics, and the Middle East. In the US, the anime also came to Disney XD. Before the initial premiere, Roblox players had the opportunity to watch an early screening of the first two episodes in both English and Japanese in August 2023.
