Universal Developing New & Thrilling ‘Archie’ Movie

Comic book fans were treated to news that Archie and his friends will be heading to the big screen. Spider-Verse franchise producers Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, the duo behind  The Lego Movie and 21 Jump Street will be developing the movie. DC Studios writer and comic book author Tom King will write the script.

Archie is Coming to The Big Screen

Lord and Miller said to Variety, “We are longtime fans of Archie, Veronica, Betty and the gang in all of their iterations. When we heard Tom King’s take on the classic material, we instantly thought it made sense as an event movie for all audiences – both lifelong fans and a whole new generation. W e’re so excited to bring these beloved characters to the big screen.”

The soon-to-come developing project will be a live-action film. Plus, the movie will be produced Archie Comics CEO Jon Goldwater, Aditya Sood, and Emma Watts. The important question is, will we be treated to a cinematic masterpiece like The Lego Movie? Or will it fall down the rabbit hole as another cash grab? For now, plot details are more tightly guarded than Jughead’s stash of cheeseburgers, so your guess is as good as ours. 

Archie Comics Heads to the Big Screen: Nostalgia, Riverdale’s Legacy, and a Bold New Movie

Lord and Miller, who clearly already have superhero-level credentials, seem pretty psyched, calling it “an event movie for all audiences.” Bold claim, but hey, that’s showbiz. Archie Comics has been around for over 85 years, selling more than 3 billion copies globally. Yep, we’re talking decades of the infamous love triangle (Betty or Veronica, anyone?), quirk y small-town antics, and, of course, Jughead’s endless burger binges.

Lately, the franchise has extended its long shadow over pop culture with its CW adaptation Riverdale (because nothing screams Archie Comics like gritty murder plotlines, right?) and Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. Now, if you grew up flipping through Archie comics at the supermarket checkout, the prospect of a feature film probably hits you with a heavy dose of nostalgia.

Universal hasn’t dropped any production timelines, teasers, or even a hint about casting, but the hype machine is already churning. Here’s hoping they throw us a bone soon because I can’t be the only one secretly wishing for a live-action Josie and the Pussycats crossover (please say it’s not just me). That said, Archie fans (and reluctant skeptics alike), buckle up. If Lord and Miller work their magic, we could be in for something unforgettable. And if it all goes south, well, there’s always the comic books.