'Crazy Taxi' Movie From Netflix and Sega, 'Sonic' and 'Stranger Than Heaven' in Development

Key Points:

• Netflix and Sega have launched multiple adaptations of Sega's gaming franchises, starting with a feature film based on the racing game "Crazy Taxi," written by Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, with producers from Original Film and Sega's Sonic franchise team.
• Additional projects in development include a new animated "Sonic the Hedgehog" series aimed at upper pre-school audiences, and a movie adaptation of the action-adventure game "Stranger Than Heaven," set in early 20th century Japan.
• "Crazy Taxi" is known for its fast-paced, chaotic gameplay, and its latest game installment, "Crazy Taxi: World Tour," is slated for release in 2027, coinciding with the film adaptation.
• Sega and Netflix emphasize their commitment to honoring the unique qualities and fanbases of these games, with Sega’s president highlighting the partnership as the beginning of broader storytelling opportunities.
• These new Sega adaptations will join Netflix’s expanding portfolio of video game-based content, which includes live-action and animated series from franchises like "Assassin’s Creed," "Gears of War," "Minecraft," and "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners."