The Vanity Fair Oscars Party is always a lively and energetic event, filled with actors, directors, and interviewers discussing the latest films and highly anticipated projects. Last weekend, at this prestigious occasion, anime fans were treated to an update aboutthe upcomingVoltronlive-action film,currently in development at Amazon Studios. This adaptation is based on the beloved 1980s Japanese anime, which follows a team of heroes piloting giant, transforming lion robots to form the mighty Voltron.
During an interview at the Vanity Fair party,Voltroncast member Rita Ora shared a small but intriguing update, sparking curiosity and excitement among longtime fans. When a reporter remarked on how unrecognizable she looks in the upcoming film, Rita responded, “I am. I cannot say too much about it as I have sworn to secrecy. But, I am very excited for everybody to find out.” She also took a moment to praise her co-stars, including Sterling K. Brown and Henry Cavill, saying, “They are just so talented. I have actually learned so much from them. They are very professional, extremely prepared, so it’s awesome.”
The Legacy of Voltron: A Pop Culture Phenomenon
Amazon Studios Takes Voltron to the Big Screen
The originalVoltronseries,Voltron: Defender of the Universe, premiered in 1984 andquickly became a global cultural phenomenon. Adapted from the Japanese animeBeast King GoLion, it followed a team of five pilots who each controlled a robotic lion. These lions combined to form Voltron, the legendary defender of the universe. The show’s success led to multiple sequels and reboots, includingVoltron: The Third Dimension(1998), a CGI-animated continuation, andVoltron Force(2011), which introduced a new generation of pilots. However, the most well-received revival was Netflix’sVoltron: Legendary Defender(2016–2018), which modernized the story while staying true to its roots.
Now, Amazon Studios is bringingVoltronto life in a highly anticipated live-action film. Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber (Red Notice), the project has assembled an impressive cast, including Rita Ora (Fifty Shades of Grey), Sterling K. Brown (Black Panther), and Henry Cavill, best known forThe Witcherand for playing Superman in theDCEU. Despite the growing excitement, plot details remain under wraps, and no official images or trailers have been released. Even the roles each actor is playing have yet to be revealed, with everyone involved sworn to secrecy about the project.
Will Voltron Break the Anime Live-Action Curse?
Anticipation Builds as Fans Await More Details
With the success of other anime adaptations in recent years—most notably Netflix’s well-receivedOne Piecelive-action series—fans are cautiously optimistic about howVoltronwill translate to the big screen. The challenge will be balancing nostalgia with fresh storytelling, bringing Voltron’s epic battles and heartfelt camaraderie to life in a way that both longtime fans and newcomers can appreciate. If done right, this film could mark a new chapter inVoltron’slegacy, proving that the legendary defender is just as thrilling in live-action as it was in animation.
Henry Cavill’s Live-Action Voltron Movie Has Officially Started Filming With BTS Photo
A new behind-the-scenes photo celebrates the start of filming on the long-gestating live-action Voltron movie starring Henry Cavill.
For now, fans will have to wait for more details, but anticipation continues to build. If the production stays true to the spirit of the original series,Voltroncould become the next major franchise to take Hollywood by storm.
