Margot Robbie is set to partner with Hasbro for her “next blockbuster,” bringing the iconic board game Monopoly to life.
The Oscar-nominated star’s production company, LuckyChap will produce the live-action flick, finding co-producers in Hasbro entertainment and distribution in Lionsgate.
In a statement, LuckyChap said “Monopoly is a top property — pun fully intended.”
“Like all of the best IP, this game has resonated worldwide for generations, and we are so excited to bring this game to life alongside the wonderful teams involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro,” it continued.
Motion picture head at Lionsgate, Adam Fogelson said in a statement: “I could not imagine a better production team for this beloved and iconic brand than LuckyChap.”
“We are tremendously excited to be working with the entire LuckyChap team on what we all believe can be their next blockbuster,” he added.
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