A fresh rumor circulating online claims Nintendo is exploring a feature-film adaptation of Metroid, with multiple Hollywood studios reportedly interested.
The Metroid franchise, created by Nintendo and debuting on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, follows bounty hunter Samus Aran and has a long history across Nintendo platforms—most recently seeing new life on the Nintendo Switch with Metroid Dread on October 8, 2021.
The rumor originates from a social-media account known for film-related tips that says studios including Sony and Universal are among those competing for rights to adapt the property.
The source further suggests the studios are currently leaning toward a live-action approach rather than animation.
Rewritten in clear journalistic terms, the claim reads: the leaker reported that Metroid has been quietly shopped between multiple studios for several months, with Sony positioned as a leading contender and Universal also expressing serious interest.
According to the report, both studios are reportedly inclined toward a live-action interpretation of the property, though those plans could change during negotiations.
These statements remain unconfirmed by Nintendo or any major studio.
Context and verified franchise facts
- Metroid first launched on the NES in 1986 and introduced players to the series protagonist Samus Aran.
The series is known for its exploration-driven, atmospheric gameplay.
- Retro Studios, based in Austin, revitalized the series for home consoles with Metroid Prime in 2002 on the Nintendo GameCube, followed by two sequels.
Retro’s Prime trilogy is widely credited with successfully translating Metroid into a first-person format.
- MercurySteam, partnering with Nintendo, developed Metroid Dread for the Nintendo Switch; Nintendo released Metroid Dread on October 8, 2021.
Metroid Dread was promoted as the first new 2D Metroid in 19 years and brought renewed attention to the franchise on the Switch and the Nintendo eShop.
- Nintendo has recently collaborated with Hollywood studios, most notably on The Super Mario Bros.
Movie, which was released in April 2023 and marked a high-profile direct collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination.
What’s confirmed and what remains speculation
Nintendo has not announced any official Metroid film project, and no studio has publicly confirmed an agreement to adapt Metroid for the big screen.
As with all pre-announcement reports sourced to individual leakers, this claim should be treated as unverified until corroborated by official statements from Nintendo or the studios involved.
We will monitor official channels, including potential Nintendo Direct presentations and studio announcements, for any confirmation.
For now, the story remains an industry rumor grounded in an unconfirmed report; readers should expect updates if the situation develops.
The Metroid franchise, created by Nintendo and debuting on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, follows bounty hunter Samus Aran and has a long history across Nintendo platforms—most recently seeing new life on the Nintendo Switch with Metroid Dread on October 8, 2021.
The rumor originates from a social-media account known for film-related tips that says studios including Sony and Universal are among those competing for rights to adapt the property.
The source further suggests the studios are currently leaning toward a live-action approach rather than animation.
Rewritten in clear journalistic terms, the claim reads: the leaker reported that Metroid has been quietly shopped between multiple studios for several months, with Sony positioned as a leading contender and Universal also expressing serious interest.
According to the report, both studios are reportedly inclined toward a live-action interpretation of the property, though those plans could change during negotiations.
These statements remain unconfirmed by Nintendo or any major studio.
Context and verified franchise facts
- Metroid first launched on the NES in 1986 and introduced players to the series protagonist Samus Aran.
The series is known for its exploration-driven, atmospheric gameplay.
- Retro Studios, based in Austin, revitalized the series for home consoles with Metroid Prime in 2002 on the Nintendo GameCube, followed by two sequels.
Retro’s Prime trilogy is widely credited with successfully translating Metroid into a first-person format.
- MercurySteam, partnering with Nintendo, developed Metroid Dread for the Nintendo Switch; Nintendo released Metroid Dread on October 8, 2021.
Metroid Dread was promoted as the first new 2D Metroid in 19 years and brought renewed attention to the franchise on the Switch and the Nintendo eShop.
- Nintendo has recently collaborated with Hollywood studios, most notably on The Super Mario Bros.
Movie, which was released in April 2023 and marked a high-profile direct collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination.
What’s confirmed and what remains speculation
Nintendo has not announced any official Metroid film project, and no studio has publicly confirmed an agreement to adapt Metroid for the big screen.
As with all pre-announcement reports sourced to individual leakers, this claim should be treated as unverified until corroborated by official statements from Nintendo or the studios involved.
We will monitor official channels, including potential Nintendo Direct presentations and studio announcements, for any confirmation.
For now, the story remains an industry rumor grounded in an unconfirmed report; readers should expect updates if the situation develops.