The upcoming Monopoly movie from Lionsgate has taken a significant step forward with the announcement that John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, known for their work on Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, have been tapped to write the screenplay. This exciting development was revealed today, and it's clear that the film, based on Hasbro's iconic board game, is in capable hands. Margot Robbie is set to produce the film under her production company, LuckyChap, adding further star power to the project.
Daley and Goldstein bring a wealth of experience to the Monopoly movie, having not only directed Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves but also written and directed their original film, Mayday. Their portfolio also includes writing credits for major films such as The Flash and Spider-Man: Homecoming, showcasing their versatility and talent in the industry.
The journey to bring Monopoly to the big screen has been long and winding. Discussions about a Monopoly film date back to 2007 when Ridley Scott expressed interest in directing it. In 2011, Scott enlisted Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski to pen the script, but that version never materialized. Subsequent attempts in 2015 saw Lionsgate and Hasbro collaborating on a script by Andrew Niccol, followed by reports in 2019 of Kevin Hart and Tim Story's involvement. However, none of these efforts came to fruition.
The current push for a Monopoly film gained new momentum following Lionsgate's acquisition of eOne from Hasbro. With Daley and Goldstein now on board, there's renewed hope that this version will finally "pass Go" and bring the beloved board game to life on the silver screen in a way that captivates audiences worldwide.
