Could Clash of Clans, or another major Supercell property, be making its way to the big screen? The possibility is increasingly tangible as the renowned Finnish mobile developer, Supercell, has initiated a search for a senior film and TV development executive. This move suggests they might be following in the footsteps of their fellow Finnish developer, Rovio, who successfully brought Angry Birds to cinemas back in 2016.
While the idea of Supercell's games transitioning to film isn't far-fetched, according to our colleagues at PocketGamer.biz, the job description for this new position doesn't signal an immediate start to movie production. Rather, it focuses on crafting a comprehensive strategy for both live-action and animated projects, covering theatrical and streaming distribution options.
In business terms, this indicates a more strategic, long-term planning role. However, I would speculate that Supercell might already be sketching out preliminary ideas for how they could approach film and/or animation, should they decide to take the plunge.
Clash for the agesCurrently, Supercell is pushing boundaries with their game catalog by diving into the realm of crossovers and collaborations, like their partnership with WWE. This trend suggests that venturing into film could be a logical next step for the developer.
Despite the significant time that has elapsed since Clash of Clans first launched, it's important to remember that the highly successful Angry Birds movie was released roughly seven years after its original game. This shows that even after years, Clash of Clans retains a strong audience, and Supercell also has newer IPs like Mo.co, which could be tailored for a more family-friendly cinematic release.
We'll need to keep an eye on developments to see how this unfolds. In the meantime, if you're looking for something to keep you entertained, why not explore our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?
