Sydney Sweeney and Michael Bay Set ‘OutRun’ Video Game Movie at Universal

variety.comPublished: 4/21/2025

Summary

"The 1986 arcade sensation 'OutRun' is getting a big-screen adaptation at Universal Pictures, with Michael Bay directing and Toru Nakahara producing alongside SYZYGY. The franchise, known for its groundbreaking driving games and electronic music subgenre, has already earned success with previous Universal adaptations like 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' and 'Five Nights at Freddy’s.' This new film continues the legacy of a groundbreaking game that remains one of Sega's flagship franchises."