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 development priority.

Legendary Entertainment, known for its work on films like Dune, the Godzilla franchise (including Godzilla vs. Kong), and Detective Pikachu, will oversee the creation of a shared Magic: The Gathering cinematic universe. A statement from Legendary's chairman of worldwide production emphasizes their commitment to carefully developing this beloved intellectual property.

The relationship between this new initiative and the previously announced Netflix animated Magic: The Gathering series remains unclear. The report suggests they may be separate projects, although a shift in plans could potentially integrate the animated series into the broader shared universe.

Magic: The Gathering, a globally renowned trading card game launched by Wizards of the Coast in 1993 (and acquired by Hasbro in 1999), is poised for a major expansion into the entertainment industry. This move aligns with Hasbro's established track record of adapting its properties into films, with past successes including G.I. Joe, Transformers, and Dungeons & Dragons. The company currently has numerous film projects underway, including new installments in the G.I. Joe and Power Rangers franchises, and even a Beyblade movie.