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Activision has confirmed there are not any plans. They believe the Skylanders game is more than enough. There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever...

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No no no no

Unless a big-named production company (Disney, Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox etc) buys into the franchise. I'm pretty sure if someone tossed some money Activision's way, I'm pretty sure a TV show or movie could be quite a possibility. It's not the first time it's happened... Super Mario Bros, The Legend of Zelda, Sonic the Hedgehog, Street Fighter II and Pokemon all got TV Shows and some of those even got movies.

but remember disney have disney infinity now, so they don't want to spend money on a rival like skylanders...

No No No Activison I wanted a show!

Honestly I never expected a Skylanders Cartoon or movie. If it ever did happen, I'd expect something like this: The cartoon following the story of the novels (Machine of Doom and Mask of Power Series) and the Movies following the games (except there's probably like one kid becoming a lone portal master, instead of the many of us and the scalpers buying the multiple figures of each skylander). Of course that's assuming there'll be a skylanders trilogy of movies too. I'd consider the 3DS games, if mentioned at all, to be like hour long TV specials. I mean using this they don't even have to get ideas themselves. Maybe we can hope a company takes up interest later.

Wow that sounds like leaving money on the table but on the other hand if it keeps them focused on game quality then that's a good tradeoff.

Well, to be honest, most of the times, studios go to the creators of said liscense they want to make a TV show about.

So, let's say no one tries to, but I sell movies to Hollywood and want to try and nab the liscense. I have to put together a proposal and see what happens next.

So, while ActiBob said it may not be happening now, that's because no one's went to them yet. It could happen at any time, though, and ActiBob's stance will probably change.

Good. They would never air it here. [/terriblejoke]

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Activision has confirmed there are not any plans. They believe the Skylanders game is more than enough. There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever...

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http://www.vg247.com/2013/05/3...r-tv-spin-offs/

Good.

A TV show or movie would fail miserably and dilute the brand.

If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

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If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

Because Skylanders isn't dead.

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If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

Because Skylanders isn't dead.

Its like saying Spyro wasn't dead back then and why didn't they make tv show or movies instead they made series of Spyro games

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If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

Because Skylanders isn't dead.

Its like saying Spyro wasn't dead back then and why didn't they make tv show or movies instead they made series of Spyro games

They actually were making a Spyro movie back in 2010, but cancelled it because Activision wanted to go in a different direction with Skylanders. It was called The Legend of Spyro in 3D.

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Because Skylanders isn't dead.

Its like saying Spyro wasn't dead back then and why didn't they make tv show or movies instead they made series of Spyro games

They actually were making a Spyro movie back in 2010, but cancelled it because Activision wanted to go in a different direction with Skylanders. It was called The Legend of Spyro in 3D.

Yet it didn't end up happening like its gonna happen for Skylanders

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Activision has confirmed there are not any plans. They believe the Skylanders game is more than enough. There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever...

Read more here
http://www.vg247.com/2013/05/3...r-tv-spin-offs/

Good.

A TV show or movie would fail miserably and dilute the brand.

If it's in the wrong hands. However, in the right hands, the show can be funny, build lore, have a continuity to it, while also having some one-off episodes. It can be a perfect blend of storytelling, action, and comedy. It would have to fall into the hands of people who really relate to the Skylanders brand and understand how the franchise works.

*kils myself with my own dagger*
boooooo , this is not cool, i hoped we could crush the pokemon anime down but hsi is *****

sorry for my bad languedge.....

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If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

Because Skylanders isn't dead.

I was totally going to make a joke about how old school fans would thing of that as a "sensitive subject", but I got lazy.

Of course there's going to be a movie/TV show. When was the last time corporate speak could be taken at face value?

I really don't know. Knowing Activision, they've got Dollar Signs in their eyes. A TV show could either be a grand money making opportunity or a waste of the green. A TV show would be risky towards the Dollar Signs.

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Because Skylanders isn't dead.

Its like saying Spyro wasn't dead back then and why didn't they make tv show or movies instead they made series of Spyro games

They actually were making a Spyro movie back in 2010, but cancelled it because Activision wanted to go in a different direction with Skylanders. It was called The Legend of Spyro in 3D.

DreamWorks originally had the rights to Spyro, but decided to go in the direction of How to Train Your Dragon instead... it's sad, because HTTYD got a crappy spin-off show on Cartoon Network with poor ratings, and Spyro would have evolved into the ever-popular Skylanders with many possibilities.

darn it activision!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Its like saying Spyro wasn't dead back then and why didn't they make tv show or movies instead they made series of Spyro games

They actually were making a Spyro movie back in 2010, but cancelled it because Activision wanted to go in a different direction with Skylanders. It was called The Legend of Spyro in 3D.

DreamWorks originally had the rights to Spyro, but decided to go in the direction of How to Train Your Dragon instead... it's sad, because HTTYD got a crappy spin-off show on Cartoon Network with poor ratings, and Spyro would have evolved into the ever-popular Skylanders with many possibilities.

...I actually kind of liked the cartoon series.

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They actually were making a Spyro movie back in 2010, but cancelled it because Activision wanted to go in a different direction with Skylanders. It was called The Legend of Spyro in 3D.

DreamWorks originally had the rights to Spyro, but decided to go in the direction of How to Train Your Dragon instead... it's sad, because HTTYD got a crappy spin-off show on Cartoon Network with poor ratings, and Spyro would have evolved into the ever-popular Skylanders with many possibilities.

...I actually kind of liked the cartoon series.

Unfortunately it won't be back for another season. And neither will DreamWorks other series Monsters vs Aliens (Based on the movie of the same name), However the "Shrek's Thrilling Tales" that was aired over Halloween last year was such a success that they are planning a full "Shrek" TV series to be aired in early 2014.

It probably won't be long before DreamWorks decide to make an" Infinity" style game, given the number of animated CGI movies under their belt. But then again, I can't think of a DreamWorks game that has been an overly big success.

Disney works with pixar, they would be the ones to make the show. If memory serves I believe dreamworks is partnered with warner bros

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Disney works with pixar, they would be the ones to make the show. If memory serves I believe dreamworks is partnered with warner bros

Disney/Pixar only come up with original ideas and source material. They do not delve into other franchises, like Skylanders unless they were to completely buy out that franchise i.e. Marvel and Star Wars.

Sorry, I was read your comment wrong, I thought you were saying Dreamworks would make a show based off the Infinity game. Long day.

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Of course there's going to be a movie/TV show. When was the last time corporate speak could be taken at face value?

I agree. It's like Kirkman saying there was never going to be a tv show based on the Walking Dead...oh wait...

Or like Bill Clinton saying... Well, forget that analogy. Not appropriate. The point is that saying one thing and doing another happens all the time, all levels of society.

I fear that a movie would just be Skylanders-try-to-take-down-Kaos. Again. If they make proper AAA-level, emotionally investing dialogue, or include a lot of mysterious lore again like SSA, it might be worth seeing. But they shove Kaos as "the funny Butt Monkey" everywhere, and it's getting extremely tiring- why see the movie if it has the same story as the games and doesn't add any layer of mythos to them? Seriously, why not a new villain in a completely new place that actually feels like a threat and isn't so stupid that they quite literally give their enemies the sources to defeat them?!?! I'm not saying it can't happen, but just putting Kaos everywhere is the easiest way for them to get the target audience's attention, ergo, that is probably what they would do. I feel like they haven't put one sand as much effort into the writing after SSA, both versions of Giants had terrible stories.

I would love a TV show, since even if it were badly made then it would connect us with the characters more(well... Unless it's So Bad It's Horrible-level, filled with nothing but Cali rolling her eyes), because we'd see more of them when they aren't fighting minions. I have a pre-sunken feeling about that one, though, especially since if they change around voices and such every game, they're gonna have to pull a lot of Retcons.

The good thing is, that because disney infinity is based on films anyway, they cant make a movie/Tv show of it!

If there ever was a movie, I would figure some of the Skylanders won't have any dialogue unless they are given lines.

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The good thing is, that because disney infinity is based on films anyway, they cant make a movie/Tv show of it!

that sure is the Sunny part!

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The good thing is, that because disney infinity is based on films anyway, they cant make a movie/Tv show of it!

that sure is the Sunny part!

i for sure would want something new like skylanders, all the disney characters have been done before... i think activision lose out on a big opportunity here.

now that ends the tale, i feel pale, now to go and bail out of this sale. awwww man! phooey!!!!! well people would look at me weirdly so im kinda relived

And I was so looking forward to a dark and series Skylander anime and manga series :P

Why do you feel it would dilute anything? I think it would strengthen the franchise and expand the following of skylanders. It may peak the interest of more children to the franchise, instead of all the 35 year olds who find the toys cool the collect and horde to scalp on ebay. After all this is a game designed and geared for 6-12 year olds. I hope they do finally decide to make a movie or show down the line, it would be a shame if they don't. Children love the 3-5 minute commercials they have made for ssa and sg. If the show or movie were made with the same sense of wonderment it could only be a start of a whole new set of stories and lore to expand the future games in the series.

Just imagine if they made a movie and gave away a free sidekick on the opening day, or a similar promotion. There are so many avenues this could take, I don't see how activision is thinking clearly. How could they just dismiss the idea. They would make money no matter what, even if the movie was bad. Kids would love it just cause it has their favorite characters in it. Similar to what Disney has been doing for years. I don't even like frito lay chips yet I bought 4 bags of them for the promotion. Activision isn't here to make children happy as much as they are out for the almighty dollar.

Well, everyone, the reason they don't have a show, is because no one has approached them to pitch the idea for a show.

After I finish fixing up my second screenplay, I plan on shoveling out a mess of Skylanders scripts... for fun. I already have some episode ideas in mind, using the Teaser/Opening/2-Act structure. I can always hope something comes of them in time. If not, it's still fun to create my own episodes to enjoy.

I may post them as PDF files for people to download and read as fanfiction if nothing can ever come of them. But, only time will tell.

IMO Skylanders would best fit in the Cartoon Network channel

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If there ever was a movie, I would figure some of the Skylanders won't have any dialogue unless they are given lines.

Wait... what?

I don't think any of the Skylanders will have any dialogue unless they are given lines... That's typically how movies work.

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If they didn't make any movie or tv show for Spyro then why would they make one for Skylanders

Because it's more popular that Spyro was?

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Unfortunately it won't be back for another season. And neither will DreamWorks other series Monsters vs Aliens (Based on the movie of the same name), However the "Shrek's Thrilling Tales" that was aired over Halloween last year was such a success that they are planning a full "Shrek" TV series to be aired in early 2014.

It probably won't be long before DreamWorks decide to make an" Infinity" style game, given the number of animated CGI movies under their belt. But then again, I can't think of a DreamWorks game that has been an overly big success.

Actually the Riders of Berk cartoon isn't that bad and it actually got a second season which premiers next month in september. CN basically has the rights to it for each season as there will be a different title for it for each season as the first two take place before the second movie and the other seasons will follow before the 3rd.

Dreamworks no doubt will probably make their own game at some point in skylanders fashion, but it would be interesting if they chose to do their movies in a cross over like infinity which is very possible.

Honestly I do see a series of skylanders coming out at some point, most likely done in cgi or whatever compared to hand drawn. Just the voice overs would be interesting who they got to play each character if they can't get the game cast together. Basically skylanders is this decade's pokemon and after watching that on CN today they need to retire that. Seeing how Ash can't win the major battles while game play you do is depressing and too predictable, but back on track that it would be fitting for skylanders to get some sort of show so who knows? If they decide to only make up to swap force and work in a show for awhile before another game after, it's possible.

I'll mention one thing about Riders of Berk, I did NOT like the Thawfest games episode. I know it was trying to advertise good sportsmanship, but the way it showed it suggested that being a good sport requires losing. Heck, if you ask me, throwing a match is the OPpOSITE of good sportsmanship. ...Still, I liked the show otherwise.

Monsters VS Aliens not having another season!? ...Meh. Don't care. Won't miss.

A Dreamworks version of Infinity I might like. ...If done well. Frankly, I wouldn't mind a per-dominant Pixar DI either.

As for a Skylanders show? I think it's for the best they don't.

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I'll mention one thing about Riders of Berk, I did NOT like the Thawfest games episode. I know it was trying to advertise good sportsmanship, but the way it showed it suggested that being a good sport requires losing. Heck, if you ask me, throwing a match is the OPpOSITE of good sportsmanship.

A Dreamworks version of Infinity I might like. ...If done well. Frankly, I wouldn't mind a per-dominant Pixar DI either.

As for a Skylanders show? I think it's for the best they don't.

Well to compete with Disney they easily could with the different movies they've made. Megamind comes to mind to compete with anything incredibles. Throw in Shrek, Kung Fu Panda stuff, Madagascar, How to Train your dragon at this rate. It's possible and when there gets to be too many following the trend, yeah most or all the games might not work in the end there.

Depends though what Activision wants to do with it. They might pull a whole viva pinata type thing and only have spyro in very few segments if they did. I still would say not to rule it out of that whole thing changing, if they are making billions now on the figures, a tv show done a certain way might be an easy investment. Seems they've done everything else except that now.

I'm a bit late, but:

Actually, how did you get "There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever..." from "we aren't working on one at a moment"?

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Actually, how did you get "There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever..." from "we aren't working on one at a moment"?

easy... they raised hope when talking about it earlier... then they retreat and say "we aren't working on one" in other words they chicken out... that's what happen. skylanders need a cartoon to advertise the games.. when disney now going full force with their infinity, acti will regret this...

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Activision has confirmed there are not any plans. They believe the Skylanders game is more than enough. There you have it folks, no movie or TV show ever gonna happen, the hopes crushed forever...

Read more here
http://www.vg247.com/2013/05/3...r-tv-spin-offs/

Good.

A TV show or movie would fail miserably and dilute the brand.

Another opinionated comment with no backing. So all these last minute variants before SF, you think that is strengthening the brand? Is it pulling more adults towards the franchise? Debate.