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Sydney Sweeney Nears Deal for Lead Role in Live-Action Gundam Film

May 25,2025 Author: Aurora

Exciting news for fans of the iconic anime and toy franchise, Mobile Suit Gundam! Sydney Sweeney, known for her standout performances in HBO's Euphoria, The White Lotus, and the recent superhero film Madame Web, is reportedly in final negotiations to star in the upcoming live-action Gundam movie. This development follows the February announcement that the project, a collaboration between Bandai Namco and Legendary, had officially entered production.

The film, yet to receive an official title, is set to be written and directed by Kim Mickle, renowned for her work on the series Sweet Tooth. While specific plot details and a release date remain under wraps, the anticipation is palpable, fueled by a striking teaser poster released to the public.

Gundam movie teaser poster.

Variety was the first to report on Sweeney's involvement with the project, though details about her character or the storyline are still unknown. Sweeney's diverse portfolio, which includes recent roles in Reality, Anyone but You, and the aforementioned Madame Web, showcases her versatility and readiness to dive into the complex world of Gundam.

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

In a statement released when the live-action film was announced, Legendary and Bandai Namco expressed their commitment to keeping fans updated as details are finalized. They also highlighted the significance of Mobile Suit Gundam, which first aired in 1979. The series revolutionized the genre of 'real robot anime,' moving away from simplistic depictions of good versus evil. It introduced realistic portrayals of war, detailed scientific explanations, and deeply woven human dramas, treating the robots as 'weapons' known as 'mobile suits.' This approach sparked a massive cultural phenomenon and continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

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