Warner Bros. plans theatrical Rick and Morty movie
Warner Bros. and Adult Swim are developing a theatrical movie based on the series Rick and Morty, with Jacob Hair reportedly in talks to direct. This project represents an expansion of the franchise into feature films with a theatrical release.
Key Takeaways
- Warner Bros. and Adult Swim are developing a Rick and Morty movie for theatrical release.
- Jacob Hair is reportedly in talks to direct the film.
- Rick and Morty was created by Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland.
- The project moves the Adult Swim series into feature-film territory.
Why It Matters
This is a straight franchise extension: Rick and Morty is moving from Adult Swim television into theaters as a Warner Bros. film. For the streaming ecosystem, it shows how established animated IP can be repackaged beyond its original platform and episode format. The key thing to watch is whether Warner Bros. and Adult Swim confirm Hair’s involvement and share any release details for the theatrical film.
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