Marvel Star Simu Liu Says He's Working to Get Sleeping Dogs a Film Adaptation

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Marvel Star Simu Liu Says He's Working to Get Sleeping Dogs a Film Adaptation

Mar 05,25

Simu Liu, the Marvel star, is spearheading efforts to resurrect the cancelled Sleeping Dogs film adaptation. Newsweek reports Liu responded to a fan on X/Twitter, stating he's actively working with rights holders to bring the video game to the big screen.

The project, initially announced in 2017 with Donnie Yen attached to star, was quietly shelved a year later. Recently, Yen confirmed the cancellation, citing years of invested time, effort, and personal funds, only to see the project fall apart due to the unpredictable nature of Hollywood.

Liu's intervention reignites hope for the Hong Kong-based action franchise. However, securing the rights and successfully launching production remains uncertain.

The original Sleeping Dogs game, released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC, follows Detective Wei Shen as he undertakes an undercover operation within a formidable Hong Kong Triad. Critically acclaimed (earning an 8/10 from IGN), the game, despite its success, never received sequels.

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