Voltron Live-Action Movie Finds Its Star in Newcomer Daniel Quinn-Toye

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As someone who grew up with the iconic roar of Voltron echoing through my childhood, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nostalgia at the news of its live-action adaptation. Daniel Quinn-Toye may not be a household name yet, but if he can fill the giant robot’s pilot shoes as impressively as he filled in for Tom Holland, then we might just have our next big action hero on our hands.

The exciting news for Voltron fans: The classic anime series is in development as a live-action adaptation by Amazon MGM! A recent update indicates that Daniel Quinn-Toye has landed the lead role, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. With this new opportunity, the rising star is set to draw attention from all corners.

Hey there! If you’re new to this exciting venture, I’ve been keeping tabs on a project close to my gaming heart – Voltron. This year, we got wind that Amazon MGM has grabbed the rights to turn the anime into live action. The talented Rawson Marshall Thurber is directing it, having successfully handled Netflix’s Red Notice. As for the script, Ellen Shanman is on board, but details about the story are still under wraps. So far, we only have a cast update, but more info will surely come as the project gears up for production. Excitingly, the filming is set to start in Australia this fall, so mark your calendars!

Who Is Daniel Quinn-Toye?

If you haven’t heard about Quinn-Toye before, it’s because they don’t have any movie roles yet, but they do have experience in live theater and TV. So far, they have appeared in ‘Badults’ and ‘Outlander’, both with minor roles. They recently gained praise for their performance as an understudy to Tom Holland in ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on stage. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Quinn-Toye impressed executives during the auditions for ‘Voltron’. Out of four contenders, they were one of the chosen ones and eventually got the part.

The Enduring Legacy of Voltron

It’s evident that the Amazon MGM project for Voltron is progressing rapidly, leaving fans hopeful for upcoming cast announcements soon. If you’re not acquainted with this IP, it’s worth noting that Voltron boasts a rich history. Originating in 1984, World Events Productions combined two anime series into a kids’ cartoon. The shows Beast King GoLion and Armored Fleet Dairugger XV were merged to produce Voltron. Following its successful debut, the American series started exploring other anime adaptations and even ventured into original content creation. Notably, Voltron gained massive popularity among US kids, which paved the way for Netflix to reintroduce the series in 2016.

As a devoted fan myself, I’ve been thrilled to witness the incredible resurgence of Voltron: Legendary Defender, which, in partnership with DreamWorks Animation, soared to become a standout original on Netflix. The show proved beyond doubt that the success of the ’80s anime was no one-off fluke. Over eight seasons, it breathed new life into the Voltron universe, spawning a series of comics as well. This modern reboot has placed Voltron firmly back in the spotlight for a whole new generation. It’s hardly surprising then that Amazon MGM sought to adapt this beloved IP for live-action. If you’re eager to experience the magic of Voltron, why not give its latest series on Netflix a try?

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2024-10-02 22:40