Sydney Sweeney Nears Deal to Star in Live-Action Gundam Film

Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in HBO's "Euphoria," "The White Lotus," "Reality," "Anyone but You," and the recent superhero film "Madame Web," is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to star in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the iconic anime and toy franchise, Mobile Suit Gundam. The project, which is currently without an official title, entered production in February following a co-financing agreement between Bandai Namco and Legendary.

The film will be helmed by Kim Mickle, the showrunner of "Sweet Tooth," who will both write and direct. While specific plot details and a release window remain under wraps, a teaser poster has been released to build anticipation among fans. Although Sweeney's role and the broader narrative are yet to be disclosed, her involvement marks a significant step forward for the project.

Legendary and Bandai Namco have expressed their commitment to gradually unveiling more information as it becomes available. They highlighted the significance of the original "Mobile Suit Gundam" series, which debuted in 1979 and revolutionized the 'real robot anime' genre. The series broke away from the traditional good vs. evil narrative, offering instead a more nuanced portrayal of war, detailed scientific exploration, and complex human dramas centered around the use of 'mobile suits' as weapons. This groundbreaking approach sparked a massive cultural phenomenon.

Sweeney's recent projects also include her attachment to star in and produce a film based on a horror story from a Reddit thread, showcasing her versatility and rising prominence in the industry. As the live-action Gundam movie progresses, fans eagerly await further updates on this exciting development.

Gundam movie teaser poster.

Sydney Sweeney looks set to star in the Gundam movie. Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Vanity Fair.