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Announcement coverage of the live-action Lollipop Chainsaw feature and its international partner group.
Lollipop Chainsaw
The cult gaming franchise comes to the big screen. Conceived as an R-rated action-comedy prequel, the film expands the world of Lollipop Chainsaw through an original story set before the events of the first game.
Announced at Tokyo Game Show in September 2026, the project brings together an international team of producers and partners.
In development
The project
A cult franchise, reimagined for the screen.
Originally released in 2012, Lollipop Chainsaw became a cult favourite through its irreverent combination of horror, action, comedy and memorable characters.
Now the franchise is being developed for a new live-action feature film. Conceived as an R-rated action-comedy prequel, the film expands the world of Lollipop Chainsaw through an original story set before the events of the first game.
The project was officially announced at Tokyo Game Show in September 2026. The production brings together international partners including Dragami Games, Nada Holdings, Throne, Ambitious Entertainment, Non Stop and Orange Chariot.
Title
Lollipop Chainsaw
Format
Live-action feature film
Status
In development
Screenplay
Robert Franke
Executive producer
Robert Franke
Announced
Tokyo Game Show, September 2026
Partners
Dragami Games · Nada Holdings · Throne · Ambitious Entertainment ·
Non Stop · Orange Chariot
Franchise thinking
One franchise. Multiple opportunities.
- Games
- Live-Action Film
- Gaming & Animation Development
Lollipop Chainsaw represents an approach to IP development that considers how audiences interact with a franchise across formats. Alongside the existing games and further developments in gaming and animation, the live-action feature creates another opportunity to expand the property internationally.
Our ambition is to develop the film as a compelling entertainment experience in its own right while contributing to a broader franchise strategy.
News & press
Coverage of the announcement at Tokyo Game Show 2026.
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Tokyo Game Show
The project was officially announced at Tokyo Game Show in September 2026.
Additional press coverage and a full press kit can be added here as coverage is confirmed.
Related projects
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Partnerships
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