The long-awaited live-action Voltron movie has wrapped filming, and according to the team behind it, fans are in for something special.
The project has been floating around Hollywood for years, like so many other nostalgic properties with strong fanbases. But now, thanks to Amazon MGM Studios and World Events Productions, Voltron is actually happening.
The production kicked off last year, and after months of updates, casting reveals, and set teases, the finish line for filming has been crossed.
The official Voltron Instagram page shared a behind the scenes update from Bob Koplar and the World Events team, confirming that principal photography is complete and dropping a few hints about what comes next.
“Our live-action Voltron film has officially wrapped production, and we’re THRILLED with how it all went. I’ve been with this franchise for years and can proudly say that this WILL be the Voltron experience our fans have been dreaming of.”
Well, that’s sure to raise expectations. Fans have been burned before by live-action takes on beloved animated series, but maybe this movie will actually deliver.
The update also addressed one of the more persistent rumors… that the movie might skip theaters and head straight to streaming.
“There’s been some chatter out there about the plans for the film’s launch and we’d like to assure you, when official plans are set for the film, you will be the the first to hear it right here.
“Stay with us! I promise it’ll be worth the wait!” So while there’s still no release date or platform confirmed, the studio clearly wants to keep options open—and the hype high.
Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber (Red Notice, Central Intelligence), who also co-wrote the script with Ellen Shanman, the film is aiming for blockbuster scale.
The cast includes Daniel Quinn-Toye who is stepping into the lead role, joined by a lineup that includes Henry Cavill, Sterling K. Brown, Rita Ora, John Kim, Alba Baptista, Samson Kayo, and Tharanya Tharan.
No story details have been revealed yet, but with filming complete, fans can expect more news to drop in the coming months as post-production rolls forward. I just hope the movie get a a big theatrical release! I want to watch this on the big screen!
