Overview

• Universal Pictures is developing a film adaptation of Sega's iconic 1986 arcade game 'OutRun,' marking its latest video game-to-film project.
• Michael Bay is set to direct and produce the adaptation, collaborating with his Platinum Dunes production company under Universal's first-look deal.
• Sydney Sweeney will serve as a producer but is not currently attached to star in the film.
• Jayson Rothwell has been tapped to write the screenplay, while Sega executives Toru Nakahara and Shuji Utsumi will oversee the project.
• The film follows Universal's recent successes with video game adaptations, including 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' and 'Five Nights at Freddy’s.'