- Dragami Games has officially announced a live-action movie adaptation of Lollipop Chainsaw during the Tokyo Game Show.
- The film will be a prequel set before the events of the original game, focusing on Juliet as she battles zombies.
- It is envisioned as an R-rated action comedy that follows Juliet's journey during a catastrophic zombie outbreak.
- The film's synopsis reveals that Juliet must fight through the undead to save her friends and family while keeping her boyfriend Nick close.
- Dragami Games is collaborating with an international creative team for the film's production, including notable figures from various entertainment sectors.
- Lollipop Chainsaw was originally launched for PS3 and Xbox 360 in June 2012 and has since become a cult hit, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide.
- In May 2022, Kadokawa Games transferred its business to Dragami Games, which now holds the rights to the franchise.
- Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, a remastered edition of the original game, was released digitally in September 2024.
- In July 2025, Nada Holdings announced plans for a new game and an anime adaptation related to the franchise.
- Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back was announced for the Switch 2 and is set to release in 2027.
Dragami Games has officially announced the development of an R-rated live-action film adaptation of *Lollipop Chainsaw*, a cult classic video game that has sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide since its release in 2012.15678
The film will serve as a prequel to the original game, focusing on Juliet Starling, a cheerleader at San Romero High School, who must navigate a zombie outbreak to save her friends and family. The story synopsis reveals that Juliet's journey will involve unconventional arrangements to keep her boyfriend, Nick, close during the chaos.2
The project is being developed by an international creative and production team, including notable figures such as Joe Teng from Nada Holdings and Robert Franke, former ZDF Studios drama boss.10
Dragami Games President Shohei Sato expressed excitement about the film, stating, “We are truly excited to see our vision take another important step with the franchise’s first live-action feature film.”
Franke added, “We are making a film that feels unmistakably true to the spirit of *Lollipop Chainsaw* while standing completely on its own.” The film aims to entertain both longtime fans and newcomers alike, promising to capture the game's unique attitude and irreverence.
The announcement was made during a livestreamed presentation at the Tokyo Game Show, where it was also revealed that a new game, *Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back*, is set to launch in 2027.11
As the film progresses, it remains unclear if original creators like Suda51 or James Gunn will be involved in any capacity.
“The film is produced by an international team including Nada Holdings' Joe Teng and former ZDF Studios drama boss Robert Franke, with a synopsis detailing Juliet's fight through a zombie outbreak at her school. No word yet on involvement from original creators Suda51 or James Gunn.”
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