Rapper Lil Yachty develops a comedy for action-heist based on Uno – yes, the card game – with Mattel Films.
Marcy Kelly wrote the screenplay for the film in the underground hip-hop world of Atlanta. Although the cast has not been announced, Lil Yachty is chosen for the lead role.
“I’m so excited to be a part of this movie with Mattel,” said Lil Yachty, a musician best known for the songs “Broccoli” and “iSpy.” ‘I played Uno as a kid and still play it today, so it’s really special to turn it into a movie based on the Atlanta hip hop scene. It touches me close to home. ”
Uno was created in a barber shop in Cincinnati in the 70’s as a way for families to spend time together. Five decades later, the game is available in more than 80 countries. Mattel has owned the game since 1992.
Together with Lil Yachty, Mattel Films will produce the film with Kevin “Coach K” Lee from Quality Control, Pierre “P” Thomas and Brian Sher for Quality Films.
Executive producer Robbie Brenner and supervising producer Kevin McKeon will lead the project for Mattel Films.
“At Mattel Films, we want to explore stories that bring our brands to life in unexpected ways,” Brenner said. “Uno is a game that transcends generations and cultures and we look forward to working with Lil Yachty, as well as with Coach, P and Brian Sher, to turn the classic Uno game into a comic action adventure converted. “
Numerous movies are based on Mattel products and toys, including American Girl, Barbie, Barney, Hot Wheels and Magic 8 Ball.
Lil Yachty is represented by ICM Partners and Uwonda Carter Scott. Kelly is represented by 3Arts Entertainment and JYWAMM.