Whispers of a new connection rising rapidly expanding cinematic world Has started broadcasting. A recent online scoop indicates that Major video game franchises potential Connecting to an interconnected film world Rooted in one of gaming’s most recognizable brands. Although details are limited, the timing and implications of the development are attracting increasing attention.
Universal likely to secure Metroid film rights
According to insider MyTimeToShineHello (MTTSH), Universal is attempting to secure the rights to a Metroid film to integrate into their developing “Mario Cinematic Universe.” On November 28, 2025, MTTSH posted on X: “Scoop: Universal is trying to secure the rights to a Metroid film to add to its planned ‘Mario Cinematic Universe’.”
It is the first reported attempt to connect Metroid to a larger cinematic Nintendo universe in nearly two decades of development silence.
Lion Rock Productions began developing a Metroid film in the early 2000s, with John Woo attached to direct and multiple producers overseeing the project. The planned story focused on Samus Aran and her early battles with the Metroids and Mother Brain. The project ended in 2007 after creative disagreements. Producer Brad Foxhoven said that Nintendo felt uncomfortable allowing an outside studio to define Samus’s background.
Many celebrities have since expressed interest in adopting Metroid. Actress Ronda Rousey said, “I always wanted to be Samus. That would be b—” (via GameSpot). Director Jordan Vogt-Roberts said, “I have a pitch for a Metroid movie. They’ll never let me do it. It’s too crazy.”
Brie Larson publicly expressed interest in playing Samus, tweeting, “I want to make that movie.” Seth Rogen, Chris Pratt, and Charlie Day have also expressed support for a Metroid entry in a potential Nintendo cinematic universe. When director Neill Blomkamp was asked in April 2023 if he was interested in making a Metroid film, he replied “yes”.
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