Warner Bros. is reportedly developing a film adaptation of the adult animated series Rick and Morty, according to Deadline. If the project moves forward, it would mark the franchise’s first trip to the big screen and extend one of television’s most recognizable modern animated properties into a new format.
The report says Jacob Hair, who has supervised many episodes of the series, is in talks to direct the film. Hair’s involvement would connect the movie closely to the creative team that has helped define the show’s visual style and tone over the years. While no official details have been confirmed about the script, cast, release date, or production schedule, the development itself signals that Warner Bros. sees long-term value in expanding the Rick and Morty brand beyond television.
For years, co-creator Dan Harmon has expressed interest in turning the series into a feature-length project. He has reportedly imagined it as a kind of “super badass” extended episode, suggesting that any movie would likely preserve the show’s fast-paced, multiverse-driven storytelling rather than reinvent it as a separate version of the franchise. That approach could appeal to longtime fans who are already familiar with the show’s mix of science fiction, dark comedy, and chaotic family dynamics.
Rick and Morty follows the adventures of Rick Sanchez, a brilliant but reckless scientist, and his grandson Morty, as they travel through alternate dimensions, bizarre planets, and increasingly unstable reality-bending situations. Since its debut, the series has built a large global audience and become a major part of adult animation culture, known for its sharp writing, absurd premises, and emotional subtext.
The timing of the film development comes as the television series continues to move forward. Season 9 of Rick and Morty is set to begin airing in the United States on May 24, adding fresh momentum to the franchise as Warner Bros. explores new ways to expand its reach. The ongoing success of the show likely strengthens the case for a theatrical adaptation, especially if the movie can capture the same combination of fan service, originality, and offbeat humor that made the series popular in the first place.
At this stage, the film remains in development, and no formal announcement has been made by Warner Bros. regarding a start date or final green light. Still, the prospect of a Rick and Morty movie has already generated attention because of the series’ strong fan base and the challenge of translating its highly episodic, dimension-hopping format into a feature film.
If completed, the project would add a new chapter to one of Warner Bros.’ most distinctive animated franchises and could become a major event for both television fans and movie audiences.
