Netflix has secured global rights to the board game empire of Catan. The streaming giant is now developing projects based on the beloved game across scripted and unscripted films and TV shows, as well as live-action and animation.
All projects will be produced by Darren Kyman of game publisher asmodee, Pete Fenlon of Catan Studios (a studio by asmodee) and Guido and Benjamin Teuber, the sons of Catan inventor Klaus Teuber. Roy Lee of Vertigo Entertainment will also produce the film.
Klaus Teuber originally released Catan in 1995 under the name The Settlers of Catan. Since then, the game has become a phenomenon, selling over 45 million copies worldwide and having been translated into more than 40 languages.
In the game, players travel to the fictional island of Catan, where they must acquire resources and grow their settlements, ultimately acquiring victory points to win.
“Millions of people enjoy it Catan since it was created and for many it remains a gateway to modern board games. I’m excited to see the game expand to a broader audience who will discover the richness of its universe, I find it exciting for the future of the brand.” said Thomas Koegler, CEO of asmodee.
“It’s also proof that board games are truly part of pop culture and a popular form of entertainment in everyone’s homes, and I’m delighted to continue asmodee’s relationship with Netflix.”
“When our father Klaus Teuber introduced us for the first time Catan thirty years ago, he imagined an ambitious world where people would come together to trade, build and settle together, both at the table and beyond,” said Benjamin and Guido Teuber, co-CEOs of Catan GmbH.
“This collaboration with Netflix marks an exciting new chapter in this journey. For three decades, Catan has connected families and friends around the world. Now we are thrilled to see him inspire storytelling on a global stage, staying true to our father’s vision of creativity, strategy and human connection.”
“Whoever played Catan knows that the intense strategy behind the game offers endless opportunities for serious drama,” said Jinny Howe, head of series writing, US and Canada, for Netflix.
“We are excited to collaborate across series, feature films, animations and games to bring this world to life for both hardcore ‘Settlers’ and new fans.”
Are you a fan of the game? How do you think the property will fare in television and film form?
via: Variety
by Jessica Fisher
Source: Geek Tyrant
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