It’s not a fever dream, and it’s definitely not a cruel joke: a Labubu movie is really happening. Honestly, we probably shouldn’t be surprised after the likes of Barbie, Sonic the Hedgehog, and the seemingly endless parade of LEGO movies. And yet… here we are, shocked and delighted all at once.
Look, it’s going to be a laugh. Who could resist a comedy film featuring tiny, creepily cute monsters? Fingers crossed it leans fully into comedy, though you could argue the characters’ mischievous charm might even work better as a mild horror. Either way, we’re intrigued.
Pop Mart and Sony Pictures’ Labubu movie has officially revealed the creative team tasked with bringing this global phenomenon to the big screen. It didn’t take long, but we suppose they had to strike while the trend was still dominating TikTok, handbags, and pop culture feeds worldwide.
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These key developments were announced by Labubu creator Kasing Lung and King during the Paris stop of Pop Mart’s “The Monsters” global exhibition tour, celebrating their 10th anniversary. A decade ago, Lung launched the whimsical world of Labubu via the picture book series collectively known as The Monsters Trilogy.
From there, the toys — produced and sold exclusively by China-based retailer Pop Mart — became a bona fide pop culture fixation. Sony Pictures snapped up the screen rights to the Labubu IP in 2025, and fans have been buzzing for a film ever since.
Here’s everything we know about the upcoming Labubu film.
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Who is involved in the Labubu movie?
BAFTA-nominated director Paul King is set to produce and direct the Labubu movie, bringing his acclaimed touch from Paddington and Wonka, making him perfectly suited for the task. He’ll also co-write the screenplay with award-winning screenwriter and playwright Steven Levenson, who has earned a Tony nomination for Dear Evan Hansen, a WGA Award nod for Tick, Tick… Boom!, and an Emmy for FX’s Fosse/Verdon.