SummaryNetflix has officially secured the distribution rights for the long-awaited live-action Gundam feature filmSydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo are set to lead the cast in the first-ever live-action adaptation of the anime franchiseJim Mickle has been tapped to write and direct the project under the production of Legendary Pictures and Bandai NamcoNetflix is officially back in the cockpit for Legendary’s live-action Gundam movie. According to reports from Deadline, the streaming giant has secured distribution rights for the high-profile adaptation, which is slated to star Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo. Jim Mickle, best known for his work on Netflix’s Sweet Tooth, is serving as both director and screenwriter. Rumors suggest the film may take inspiration from Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team, focusing on a grounded, gritty conflict in Southeast Asia. Sweeney is reportedly eyeing the role of a Zeon pilot, while Centineo is expected to portray her rival and love interest from the Earth Federation.