Wizards Unveils Ambitious Cinematic Universe for Iconic Card Game

Hasbro and Legendary Entertainment are teaming up to bring the world of Magic: The Gathering to the big and small screens. This ambitious project will encompass both films and television series, with the movie slated for initial focus.

Legendary Entertainment, known for producing films like Dune, the Godzilla franchise (including Godzilla vs. Kong), and Detective Pikachu, emphasizes its commitment to carefully developing beloved intellectual properties. Their chairman of worldwide production highlighted Magic: The Gathering as a perfect example of such a property.

The relationship between this Legendary-led initiative and the previously announced Netflix animated Magic: The Gathering series remains unclear. While the report suggests separate projects, the possibility of the animated series integrating into this broader shared universe also exists.

Magic: The Gathering, a globally renowned trading card game launched by Wizards of the Coast in 1993, has a rich history. Its popularity is undeniable, and since Wizards of the Coast's acquisition by Hasbro in 1999, the game has continued its phenomenal success.

This venture marks another step for Hasbro in adapting its popular properties into film and television. The company boasts a substantial portfolio of successful adaptations, including G.I. Joe, Transformers, and Dungeons & Dragons. Currently, Hasbro has several projects underway, such as new G.I. Joe films, a new Power Rangers movie, and even a Beyblade film adaptation.