Justin Baldoni's Legal Dispute Casts Doubt on Live-Action Pac-Man Movie

The director and actor's ongoing legal battle with Blake Lively has jeopardized multiple projects, including the long-anticipated Pac-Man adaptation.

Justin Baldoni's live-action Pac-Man movie, announced in August 2024, now faces uncertainty due to his legal issues with co-star Blake Lively.
Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and a smear campaign, leading to his countersuit against her and Ryan Reynolds for defamation and civil extortion.
Baldoni's production company, Wayfarer Studios, lost representation from WME, which was essential for packaging and financing projects, further complicating the Pac-Man film's future.
The Pac-Man movie project, in development since 2022, had involvement from notable creatives, including Christopher Yost (Thor: Ragnarok) as the screenwriter and Chuck Williams (Sonic the Hedgehog) as a producer.
While Bandai Namco, the video game company behind Pac-Man, has not commented on the situation, insiders suggest it is unlikely Baldoni will remain attached to the project.