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The live-action Gundam film at Legendary Pictures may be adding another rising star to its cast. According to industry scooper Jeff Sneider, Grammy-nominated singer Benson Boone is reportedly in talks to join the project alongside Hollywood A-lister Sydney Sweeney. The news arrives six months after Sneider first revealed that Sweeney had been offered a $7 million payday to take on the female lead.
Benson Boone’s potential casting adds fresh star power to Legendary’s ambitious Sydney Sweeney live-action Gundam adaptation
The film adaptation of Gundam, based on the legendary Japanese franchise created by Yoshiyuki Tomino and Sunrise, is set to be a massive sci-fi spectacle. Described as a sweeping space opera, the story revolves around a war between Earth’s forces and space colonies fighting for their independence, with towering mechs at the center of the conflict. The franchise has grown into a global juggernaut over the past four decades, spanning TV shows, manga, video games, films, and merchandise empires.
Jim Mickle, best known as the showrunner for Sweet Tooth, has been tapped to lead the project creatively, a move that hints at a blend of grounded storytelling and high-stakes spectacle. Boone, who rose to prominence with hit songs like Beautiful Things, would bring fresh star power to the cast. While his role has not been confirmed, fans are already buzzing about the potential pairing of Boone and Sweeney on screen.
Sweeney’s career is in overdrive. She’s currently generating awards buzz for her portrayal of pro boxer Christy Martin in Christy, a performance that has already sparked conversations about major nominations. Earlier this year, she scored a global box office hit with Anyone But You, which earned over $200 million worldwide. Up next, she’ll lead The Housemaid in December, a high-profile adaptation of a best-selling novel that’s expected to draw in audiences during the holiday season.
With Sweeney’s star power and Boone’s breakout appeal, Gundam could be one of the most anticipated genre blockbusters in development. Legendary has yet to announce a release date, but the casting news alone has fans ready to suit up for battle.
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