Maya Hawke Cast in 'Magic: The Gathering' Film

Maya Hawke has joined the cast of the upcoming live action 'Magic: The Gathering' film. The project is being developed by Legendary Entertainment and is directed by Matt Johnson. The movie serves as the first feature in a planned film and television universe that reimagines the Hasbro brand.

Details regarding Hawke's specific character have not been released. She is known for her roles in 'Stranger Things' and 'Little Women.' Her next scheduled appearances include Lionsgate's 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping,' the romantic comedy 'Wishful Thinking,' and the Netflix series 'God Of The Woods.'

Johnson is writing the script alongside Noah Gardner and Aidan Fitzgerald. The source material, the 'Magic: The Gathering' trading card game, launched in 1993. It has since expanded into a franchise that includes streaming services, digital games, publishing, and live events. The game's mythology has also generated crossover collaborations with 'Final Fantasy,' Marvel, and 'Dungeons & Dragons.'

Legendary Entertainment previously produced 'A Minecraft Movie' and the 'Dune' franchise. The studio has several other adaptations in its pipeline. These include 'Dune: Part 3' and a film adaptation of 'Street Fighter.' A live action and animation hybrid comedy titled 'Animal Friends' is also in development, featuring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa.

Hasbro Entertainment is managing other property adaptations as well. A reimagining of 'Clue' is in production with Sony's TriStar Pictures and Sony Pictures Television. A deal with LuckyChap and Lionsgate covers a film based on 'Monopoly.' Hawke is represented by CAA and Untitled Entertainment.