{
  "id": 1333467,
  "title": "Simu Liu Says Sleeping Dogs Movie Has 'a REAL Path Forward' Amid Dealmaking With Square Enix",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/simu-liu-says-sleeping-dogs-movie-has-a-real-path-forward-amid",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T18:31:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/simu-liu-says-sleeping-dogs-movie-has-a-real-path-forward-amid-dealmaking-with-square-enix"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Marvel actor Simu Liu has shared positive news about the long-awaited Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation, stating that the film now has a \"REAL path forward\" as talks with game publisher Square Enix progress. Responding to fan inquiries on X/Twitter, Liu revealed that the project is moving forward with a director, production company, and a \"REAL path forward.\" He expressed excitement about the involvement of a production company he admires, adding that fan support is crucial for the movie's development. Liu took on the role of producing and starring as Wei Shen, the main character from Square Enix and United Front Games' Grand Theft Auto-inspired crime drama. The production team, including director Timo Tjahjanto and video game adaptation studio Story Kitchen, is actively working on the project. Set in a neon-infused neo-noir Hong Kong, the movie follows Wei Shen, an undercover cop struggling between his duty and loyalty to a family of Triads. While there is no confirmed release date yet, Liu emphasized that the team is still making progress. In the meantime, Liu remains committed to other Marvel projects, such as Avengers: Doomsday, and continues to push for a Shang-Chi 2 film.",
  "summary": "Marvel star Simu Liu has offered a positive update on his long-in-development Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation, saying the film has \"a REAL path forward\" as discussions with game publisher Square Enix continue.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}