Sydney Sweeney in Final Talks for Lead Role in Live-Action Gundam Film

The Hollywood adaptation of the iconic Japanese mecha franchise, directed by Jim Mickle, is set to begin production in early 2025.

Sydney Sweeney is in final negotiations to star in the live-action Gundam movie, co-developed by Legendary Entertainment and Bandai Namco Filmworks.
Jim Mickle, known for his work on 'Sweet Tooth,' is writing, directing, and producing the highly anticipated adaptation.
The Gundam franchise, created by Yoshiyuki Tomino in 1979, has become a cultural and commercial powerhouse, generating over $600 million annually.
The project represents a reboot after Jordan Vogt-Roberts, originally attached as director in 2021, departed the film.
Plot and character details remain undisclosed, with production scheduled to start in early 2025.