Robert Kirkman Shares Disappointments and Hopes for ‘Invincible’ Live-Action Adaptation
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Introduction to ‘Invincible’ and Its Success
When an animated project performs exceptionally well, it often triggers curiosity among fans and creators about what it might look like in live-action. This is the case with Robert Kirkman’s hit animated superhero series, ‘Invincible’, which has enjoyed immense success since its debut in 2021. With the show’s third and fourth seasons already lined up, the question remains: where is the long-awaited live-action movie?
Kirkman’s Update on the Live-Action Movie
The hopes of an ‘Invincible’ live-action adaptation have persisted since it was first announced in 2017. However, despite the animated series’ impressive performance, the movie is yet to materialize. Speaking with The Direct, Kirkman shared that the film’s development is taking longer than initially expected. He explains that for the live-action movie to succeed, it has to be “perfect,” aligning all the pieces meticulously.
“It’s still in development. We’re still working with Universal,” Kirkman said. “The show is going so well that the movie has to be perfect. It’s taking a lot of time to get everything aligned and working so that we can make it as good as it can be. It’s been in development for a long time and will probably stay that way for a while.”
Unique Challenges of Live-Action Adaptation
While the delay might be disappointing, Kirkman emphasizes that it’s necessary for the live-action movie to offer a unique experience compared to the animated series. “It has to provide a different experience,” he added. “It has to be true to ‘Invincible’ in some interesting ways but also stand on its own. We’re spending a lot of time crafting it, but when it finally happens, it’s going to be really cool.”
High Stakes for ‘Invincible’ Season 3
In addition to the movie, there is also significant buzz around the upcoming third season of ‘Invincible.’ Announced in July, Amazon’s faith in Kirkman’s work is evident with a fourth season already commissioned. During San Diego Comic-Con, Kirkman teased what fans can expect, suggesting that storylines from the initial seasons will come to a head, making each episode feel like a finale.
“The stakes of the season are really high and the content is really dense. We’ve set up a lot of stories in season 1 and season 2 that are coming to a head in season three,” Kirkman revealed. “Every episode feels like a finale.”
Conclusion
‘Invincible’ seasons 1 and 2 are currently available to stream on Prime Video. While the wait for the live-action movie continues, fans can look forward to an explosive third season. Stay tuned for more updates on ‘Invincible’ season 3.