Legendary Pictures options Mass Effect

Back in January, Bioware was talking about the chance of adapting their Mass Effect series into a feature film. Now Collider reports that Legendary Pictures has optioned the films rights to the popular video game:

“Mass Effect is a prime example of the kind of source material we at Legendary like to develop; it has depth, compelling characters and an engaging back story.  This coupled with Avi and Ari producing and the skills of a great team adapting the screenplay, are the start of turning this smash video game based property into a successful feature film.”

Mark Protosevich is currently is in talks to pen a draft for the screenplay.  Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni from Legendary Pictures will be producing along with Avi and Ari Arad. Casey Hudson, Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk will serve as executive producers. The film is also going to be distributed and co-financed with Warner Bros. as part of their agreement. No word on who will be directing at this time.

Matt Keith

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