You didn’t realize a live-action film was underway, regardless of whether you knew or forgot; the outcome remains the same, since it appears to have been scrapped.
Ah, Ben 10. You’ve been an exceptional, high-quality entity that primarily thrived on the energy of captivating extraterrestrial designs and the alluring prospect of transforming into an entire universe’s worth of aliens, as if fueled by the boundless imagination of a 10-year-old boy. Despite being largely forgotten since the 2016 reboot series, your legacy endures. Despite the significant following surrounding the enigmatic sequence, it appears that it will remain dormant for an extended period. In 2011, rumors emerged about a potential big-screen adaptation of the beloved animated series, with Joel Silver, producer of Deadly Weapon, Die Arduous, and The Matrix, reportedly on board to bring the silver-screen spectacle to life. However, a staggering 13 years later, it appears this project is still stuck in limbo, as corroborated by Steve Richards’ candid remark, effectively putting any hopes of a live-action movie to rest.
During a premier interview with The Direct about Richards’ latest film, The Killer’s Recreation, the producer fielded a question regarding the status of the Ben 10 movie adaptation. “I must admit, it’s time for me to update my IMDb profile,” Richards said. “No. While collaborating with Joel Silver on that project, we ultimately lost the rights. While I think it would make a great film, its potential demise will likely disappoint fans of the series, which is unfortunately just the reality of the Hollywood business model.
While Andy Silver’s 25-year collaboration with Warner Bros., the owner of Ben 10, garnered widespread recognition, a significant turning point emerged in 2012 when he terminated their partnership due to irreconcilable differences regarding the handling of film production and marketing issues? This outcome led to a $30 million payment for the producer, effectively precluding the possibility of a Ben 10 film being produced under his name. Despite initial reservations, one might still materialize at Warner Bros. tries to develop the idea thoroughly, but currently there are no concrete steps being taken to make progress.
Despite enthusiasm from MultiVersus fans, including anticipation for Ben 10’s inclusion, this addition remains elusive, lingering unresolved after two years.
