Margot Robbie's LuckyChap to Produce 'Monopoly': Expanding the Entertainment Empire

Following the monumental success of "Barbie," Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, continues its streak of transforming popular games into cinematic experiences. The latest addition to their ambitious portfolio is the iconic board game, Monopoly. The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Robbie’s company will bring the game, known for sparking spirited family debates, to the big screen.

Monopoly, originally designed in 1903 by feminist Lizzie Maggie as "The Landlord’s Game," aimed to highlight the perils of economic inequality. It evolved into the Monopoly of today under Parker Brothers' stewardship in the 1930s, now a Hasbro property. Robbie’s venture into adapting Monopoly follows her triumph with Barbie, the highest-grossing film of 2023, marking another collaboration with a major toy company, this time swapping Mattel for Hasbro.

LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded by Robbie, her husband Tom Ackerly, and their partners Josey McNamara and Sophia Kerr in 2014, has consistently produced notable films that often star Robbie herself, including "I, Tonya" and "Birds of Prey." The studio's successes also extend to critically acclaimed titles like "Promising Young Woman" and the upcoming "Saltburn."

In addition to Monopoly, LuckyChap is reviving a previously shelved project, a film adaptation of the life-simulation video game "The Sims." This project reemerged thanks to the momentum from Barbie's success, promising a unique challenge in translating the interactive game experience into a narrative film.

Looking ahead, LuckyChap seems poised to continue leveraging popular IPs, tapping into a mix of nostalgia and Robbie's star power. Given their track record and innovative approach, venturing into more ambitious projects or tackling other culturally significant games could be on the horizon. As the studio explores further adaptations, it may well consider other cherished board games or even delve into historical or biographical narratives, expanding their reach and impact in the cinematic world.