Cult Classic 'Lollipop Chainsaw' to Become Live-action Film

WHO:

Deadline - The creators of the video game Lollipop Chainsaw are involved in the project.

WHAT:

Deadline - A live-action feature film adaptation of the cult Japanese video game Lollipop Chainsaw is in development.

Deadline - The latest Lollipop Chainsaw video game is set to launch soon alongside an animated series.

WHY:

Deadline - The creators aim to establish "a new model for building globally recognized entertainment franchises from Asia."

HOW:

Deadline - The project is part of an effort to adapt video games into live-action films.

(UPDATED September 19, 2026 02:59 UTC)

A live-action feature film adaptation of the cult Japanese video game Lollipop Chainsaw is currently in development, with the original creators involved in the project. Alongside this film, the latest Lollipop Chainsaw video game is set to launch soon, accompanied by an animated series. The creators aim to establish a new model for building globally recognized entertainment franchises from Asia, as part of a broader effort to adapt video games into live-action films.