Prepare for yet another Hollywood film centered around a renowned toy line. This time, the focus is on Matchbox, and John Cena will take the lead role. This isn't a voiceover for an animated or CGI film; it's a live-action movie.
Apple Original Films recently unveiled the project, though details about the plot remain scarce. The film will be "based on Mattel's iconic toy vehicle line," but beyond that, the storyline remains a mystery. David Coggeshall and Jonathan Tropper are crafting the screenplay. Skydance and Mattel Films are collaborating on the project, with David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, and Robbie Brenner serving as producers.
With the story's specifics still under wraps, it's uncertain whether the film will be a purely entertaining car-themed adventure or something more serious that delves into the origins of Matchbox. The writers have experience with both light-hearted and serious projects, and Mattel's announcement hints at the early days of Matchbox in the 1950s, involving founder Jack Odell. We reached out to Mattel for clarification and will update this article if we receive any additional information.
With Cena on board, we anticipate a light-hearted film filled with thrilling car action. In addition to his recent role as Dominic Torreto's brother in the Fast and Furious franchise, Cena is known for his love of cars, often sharing posts about his Honda Civic Type R on social media. He also made headlines for a dispute with Ford over selling his 2017 Ford GT shortly after purchasing it. Recently, he's been posting random images of Matchbox cars on his Instagram page. Could these posts be hints about what we'll see in the movie?
There's no mention of a production schedule or release date, so it may be some time before this film hits theaters.
