Magic 8 Ball movie production status is currently Development
January 27, 2024 • Story selection and rights acquired; idea being crafted into usable script; financing and casting attachments sought; aiming for 'greenlight' Confirmed to be in active development per Mattel Films press release (1/27/2024).
Who's Involved:
Plot: What's the story about?
Revolves around a toy with twenty pre-set answers to whatever questions one can ask about their past, present and future fortunes.
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Who stars in Magic 8 Ball: Cast List
No cast available.
Who's making Magic 8 Ball: Crew List
A look at the Magic 8 Ball behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Jeff Wadlow last directed Imaginary and The Curse of Bridge Hollow. The film's writer Jeff Wadlow last wrote Imaginary and Bloodshot.
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Production: What we know about Magic 8 Ball?
Key Facts
- Confirmed to be in active development per Mattel Films press release (1/27/2024).
- “Since the 1950s, Magic 8 Ball has inspired imagination, suspense and intrigue across generations. This iconic toy has a built-in connection with fans and untapped potential for storytelling,” said Robbie Brenner, Mattel Films. “There are no partners better suited to tell the Magic 8 Ball story in collaboration with Mattel Films than Jeff Wadlow and Blumhouse Productions, whose unique approach to the thriller genre has captivated audiences worldwide and has gained widespread accolades (6/3/19)
Filming Timeline
- 2024 - January: The film was set to Development status.
Confirmed to be in active development per Mattel Films press release (1/27/2024).
- 2019 - June: The film was set to Development status.
- 2010 - April: The film was set to Development status.
- 2009 - January: The film was set to Concept status.
Magic 8 Ball Release Date: When is the film coming out?
Magic 8 Ball is coming out as a release To Be Announced (TBA). There are 9,435 other movies coming out on the same date, including The Rosie Project, Shrek 5 and Sesame Street.