Sydney Sweeney has been cast as the lead in Jon M Chu's movie adaptation of the video game 'Split Fiction', where she will also serve as an executive producer. The film, scripted by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, combines elements of fantasy and science fiction, depicting two authors trapped in their own fictional worlds. Although it remains uncertain whether Sweeney will play the character Mio or Zoe, her involvement signifies a major role in the production. Jon M Chu, known for his varied film adaptations, is simultaneously working on multiple other projects, including adaptations of Dr. Seuss’ and Britney Spears’ works. Meanwhile, Sweeney is balancing her role in 'Split Fiction' with multiple other projects, including filming the final season of 'Euphoria' and producing another video game adaptation.

Sydney Sweeney is set to star and executive produce in Jon M Chu's film adaptation of 'Split Fiction', a video game that blends fantasy and science fiction elements, following the story of two authors, Mio and Zoe, who are ensnared in their own fictional worlds.

The script for 'Split Fiction' is being penned by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, known for their work on 'Deadpool' & 'Wolverine', which suggests a strong narrative and engaging screenplay.

The specific roles Sydney Sweeney will play, either Mio or Zoe, have not been disclosed yet, adding an element of anticipation and speculation around her portrayal in the movie.

Jon M Chu, in addition to directing 'Split Fiction', is also engaged in a variety of other adaptations such as 'Wicked: For Good', Dr. Seuss’ 'Oh, The Places You’ll Go!', and Britney Spears’ 'The Woman In Me'.

Sydney Sweeney's career is bustling with numerous projects including 'The Housemaid', a Christy Martin biopic, a Gundam live-action movie, and an Apple TV+ feature titled 'Echo Valley', alongside her ongoing work on 'Euphoria'.

The collaboration between Sydney Sweeney and Jon M Chu on 'Split Fiction' marks a significant partnership, bringing together prominent figures from the acting and directing realms for this ambitious project.

Sydney Sweeney is also reportedly involved in producing another film adaptation of a video game, showcasing her expanding role in the entertainment industry beyond acting.

Sydney Sweeney and Jon M Chu are both keeping quite busy and they’re now set to collaborate!

The 27-year-old actress has reportedly been cast as a lead in the 45-year-old director’s adaptation of the video game Split Fiction, according to Variety. She is also set to executive produce.

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Deadpool & Wolverine co-writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick are set to pen the script.

If you don’t know, Split Fiction “blends fantasy and science fiction, following a pair of authors, Mio and Zoe, who become trapped in the worlds they wrote.” The video game is a “co-op adventure game that features gameplay mechanics involving split-screen combat, platforming challenges and differing abilities for each character.”

Per Variety, it’s unclear at this time if Sydney will portray Mio or Zoe.

In addition to Wicked: For Good, Jon M Chu also has adaptations of Dr. Seuss‘ “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!” and Britney Spears‘ “The Woman In Me” books in the works, as well as a film adaptation of the musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

For Sydney, she has several projects in the pipeline that have either already been filmed or are still in the works, including The Housemaid , the Christy Martin biopic, a Gundam live-action movie and the upcoming Apple TV+ feature Echo Valley. She’s also currently filming the third and final season of Euphoria.

It was also reported this week that Sydney is producing a film adaptation of another video game.