#Magic: The Gathering movie

Hasbro is officially bringing Magic: The Gathering to the big screen, teaming up with Legendary Entertainment to create a live-action film and television “universe” based on the iconic trading card game. With an estimated 50 million players worldwide, Magic: The Gathering has grown into one of Hasbro’s most valuable properties. The company’s Transformers film series has been a blockbuster hit, while its Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves movie failed to turn a profit despite positive reviews. “Magic: The Gathering has inspired decades of epic world-building and creative storytelling. It is a perfect match for Legendary’s diversified approach to marquee IP, and we are excited to work together to build a whole new Magic: The Gathering universe.” Legendary Entertainment brings substantial experience in adapting gaming franchises for film, having previously produced Warcraft and Pokémon Detective Pikachu. This partnership suggests Hasbro is aiming for a similar approach—bringing Magic: The Gathering to mainstream audiences while ensuring it resonates with its existing fanbase. With Legendary’s backing, Magic: The Gathering has the potential to become a major new fantasy franchise in Hollywood, rivaling other tabletop adaptations like Dungeons & Dragons. Magic: The Gathering has given fans an exciting first look at its upcoming Universes Beyond crossover with Final Fantasy, teasing a set that brings legendary characters and themes from across the Final Fantasy franchise into the MTG universe. Read more in our articles including "Live-Action Magic: The Gathering Universe in the Works as Hasbro Partners with Legendary" and "Magic: The Gathering Unveils First Look at Final Fantasy Crossover Set".