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Notably, there have been multiple attempts to get aSimsfilm produced in the past. But unfortunately, it never succeeded. However, with recent reports surroundingThe Simsadaptation, it seems there’s still more life left in the tank. Therefore, set to be directed byLokihelmer Kate Herron, the movie is expected to be a grand success considering Margot Robbie’s attempts atBarbie.
The Simsis Getting Reimagined as a Live-Action Adaptation
The video game franchise that initially began its life asSimCitybefore evolving and offering fans with a much more popular spinoff,The Sims, is now getting a live-action adaptation of its show. The spin-off, which was first released in 2000, portraying the daily lives of the fictional SimCity’s residents, is now set to get a feature film.
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Previously, the video game franchise sold millions of copies of the show and turned into one of the most lucrative video game properties ever made. Now, after multiple sequels, spinoffs, and expansion packs,The Simsis set to be reimagined as a feature film. However, according toIGN, this isn’t the first time the video game franchise is being reimagined.
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According toTHR,The Simsmovie will be directed byKate Herron, who previously helmed the first season ofLoki. Further, Margot Robbie’s production company, LuckyChap, is said to have teamed up with Herron to produce the film adaptation. Roy Lee and Miri Yoon of Vertigo Entertainment, alongsideThe Simspublisher Electronic Arts, will also be involved in production.
The upcoming adaptation is being described as a hot package, with multiple studios and streamers, waiting to land the project. As of now, the film is in early development; cast members and plot details are thus yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, since the unorthodox approach to adaptingBarbieturned out to be an excellent strategy, it is speculated that Margot Robbie might add similar magic to this movie.
Fans are Positive AboutThe Sims’ Success AfterBarbie’s Achievement
Positive about the success ofThe Simsadaptation, considering theunprecedented box officecollection ofMargot Robbie‘sBarbie, fans seem to shrug off any concerns. Although after the report ofSimsadaptation hit social media, a few netizens claimed that the video game franchise should be left off as a cartoon series, others offered their full support to Robbie.
I saw what Margot Robbie did with Barbie, so I know she can do something special with The Sims
— Ishaaka 🇫🇷 (@Th_Collins_07)June 20, 2025
Don’t think the would be a good idea. It’s better off as a cartoon. Live action always spoil the real deal
— Big 𓆩♱𓆪 Mayor (@Big_Mayorr)July 05, 2025
Margot seems fit to live-action movies
— Leon Carson (@LeonCar68345362)July 03, 2025
https://twitter.com/neo_sev7n/status/1770614839280320921
Kate Herron and Margot Robbie together in a project HIGHLY intrigues me.https://t.co/oe0S2QGmAp
— C (@ckutytweet)June 22, 2025
ABSOLUTELY NOThttps://t.co/PBS1fb9l8o
— Ken Paxton is suing me too (@TheJetFiles)July 01, 2025
Receiving mixed opinions from fans on social media,The Simsis looking forward to a fresh start under Margot Robbie. But true fans of the Aussie actress are positive about the success of the movie. Offering their unwavering support to the star, fans on X are shutting down concerns around The Sims live-action followingBarbie‘s $1.4B success.
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