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Jon M. Chu to direct Hot Wheels movie

Wicked Director Jon M. Chu Teams Up with Mattel for Live-Action Hot Wheels Movie

A Hot Wheels live-action movie is coming, Mattel announced in July 2025. Jon M. Chu is set to direct the movie, with J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions producing and Juel Taylor and Tony Rettenmaier writing the script.

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'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu to helm 'Hot Wheels' movie

MANILA, Philippines — Director Jon M. Chu will go from Oz to the race track after being tapped by Warner Bros. Pictures to helm an upcoming live-action film adaptation of Mattel's popular Hot Wheels toys.

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Live-Action Hot Wheels Movie Finds Director in Wicked's Jon M. Chu: 'Hot Wheels Has Always Been About More Than Speed'

“Jon’s ability to craft rich, elaborate worlds with a distinct point of view makes him the ideal storyteller to bring Hot Wheels to life,” Mattel Studios President and Chief Content Officer Robbie Brenner said in a statement shared with Deadline.

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‘Wicked’ Special to Feature Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Singing Live, NBC Sets November Date Ahead of ‘Wicked: For Good’

A live “ Wicked ” special will air on NBC on Nov. 6, two weeks ahead of the theatrical release of “Wicked: For Good.” ...

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Wicked Returning Before For Good With Surprise Special (& It’s Very Different)

There’s no place like Universal’s home network. Oscar-nominated stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are set to lead a one-time-only live Wicked special that will air Thursday, Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. ET/PT ...

'Wicked' Director to Produce a New Film Based on Nostalgic Childhood Toy

Watch out, Barbie -- it seems another film based on a beloved Mattel product is rapidly moving forward in production.

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