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Netflix Starts Filming Live-Action Gundam in Australia

3/25/2026

Summary

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Netflix's live-action Gundam adaptation will begin filming in Australia next month, produced by Netflix and Legendary Pictures.
The cast includes Michael Mando, Sydney Sweeney, Noah Centineo, and Jason Clarke, with Jim Mickle directing and writing.
The Gundam franchise began in 1979, and plot details for the film remain undisclosed.
Its potential success could mark a milestone for live-action anime adaptations, though no release date has been announced.

History

Historical Context

The Mobile Suit Gundam franchise, created by Yoshiyuki Tomino and launched on April 7, 1979, transformed anime by introducing the "real robot" genre, emphasizing militaristic themes and complex narratives. Despite initial struggles, its popularity surged with the introduction of Gunpla model kits in 1980, leading to a multi-billion-dollar franchise that continues to influence global anime and cinema, including Netflix's upcoming live-action adaptation.

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Story summary

Netflix's live-action Gundam adaptation will begin filming in Australia next month, produced by Netflix and Legendary Pictures.
The cast includes Michael Mando, Sydney Sweeney, Noah Centineo, and Jason Clarke, with Jim Mickle directing and writing.
The Gundam franchise began in 1979, and plot details for the film remain undisclosed.
Its potential success could mark a milestone for live-action anime adaptations, though no release date has been announced.

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