Margot Robbie is taking on something huge again. She’s all set to bring The Sims, one of the world’s favorite games, to the big screen with her company, LuckyChap Entertainment. And fans can’t wait to see how this turns out!
This new venture comes hot on the heels of her successful role in 2023’s Barbie, where she not only starred but also made waves behind the scenes as a producer. Ella Purnell, the reigning queen of video game adaptations, is eager to join this exciting journey.
Ella Purnell Wants In on Margot Robbie’s Sims Movie!
During a recent interview with Etalk, Ella Purnell, celebrated for her roles in Fallout and Yellowjackets, didn’t just talk about her excitement for the upcoming Sims movie produced by Margot Robbie, she also couldn’t contain her admiration for Robbie herself. When asked about her interest in the project, Purnell enthusiastically text, “I’d do anything for her!”
It was evident that her support extended beyond the film. Purnell is a Robbie fan just like the rest of the world, and she made it abundantly clear that she would do anything to work with her. She said,
I am just obsessed with her. I will follow her to the end of the earth. Just give me a call; I’m waiting by my phone all the time.
Besides her roles in Fallout, Ella Purnell has also been involved with other video game adaptations, notably in Arcane, based on League of Legends. Unlike some adaptations that have faced criticism, both Arcane and Fallout were not only successful but also well-received within the gaming community. If Ella Purnell adds the Sims movie to her resume, it wouldn’t just delight fans, it would also fulfill her dream of working with the iconic Barbie actress. So it’s a win-win for both Purnell and the fans!
The Sims Movie Officially in the Works, Here’s What’s Going On!
The Sims has been a longtime favorite game. Over the years, there have been attempts to bring the beloved game to the big screen. In 2007, plans for a live-action adaptation were in motion but never materialized beyond the development stage. Despite this setback, The Sims found another avenue with the release of The Sims Spark’d, a reality TV series in 2020.
Thus, this time around Margot Robbie has taken things into her own hands. Recently, Amazon Studios signed on to collaborate, joining forces with Robbie’s LuckyChap Entertainment as per Puck.
Directed by Kate Herron and with the screenplay co-written by Herron and Briony Redman, the film literally has endless possibilities.
Fans are eagerly waiting to see how Robbie will translate the essence of The Sims onto the screen. After the success with Barbie, fans are sure, the film is set to resonate not only with long-time Sims fans but also with viewers eager for fresh stories on the silver screen.
The project is in its very early stages of development, and thus no release date has been announced yet.
