Solo Leveling Live-Action Drama Announced: Everything We Know So Far

Solo Leveling announces a live-action drama in development, following the success of its anime and webcomic sequel. Fans can expect more thrilling content from this globally celebrated franchise. READ

By Anushka Solanki

Updated on Jan 22, 2025 | 04:24 PM IST | 7.8K

Solo Leveling Anime [Image Credit- Studio A-1 Pictures]

The popular series Solo Leveling has announced a live-action drama project currently in the early stages of development, reports ANN. This news follows the success of the franchise, which has expanded rapidly since its anime adaptation debuted last year. The anime adaptation, Solo Leveling -Arise From the Shadow-, is now airing its second season as part of the Winter 2025 anime lineup, gaining widespread praise from fans and critics alike.

Kakao Entertainment, the original publisher of Solo Leveling, confirmed the live-action project on their website. They revealed that the drama is in the planning and development phase, with scriptwriting underway. While details about the format of the live-action project—whether it will be a feature film or a television series—remain undisclosed, the announcement has already sparked significant interest within the Korean entertainment industry.

The Solo Leveling franchise has seen immense success globally over the past few years. In addition to the ongoing anime, the sequel webcomic series, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, is performing well, expanding the universe with a story set after the events of the main series.

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The anime’s second season, currently airing, showcases a more powerful Sung Jinwoo as he faces formidable enemies while striving to achieve his ultimate goals of becoming the strongest and saving his mother. Fans have praised the anime for its high-quality animation and engaging storyline. For those interested in catching up, all episodes of Solo Leveling’s anime are available for streaming on Crunchyroll, with both English subtitles and a dubbed version for Season 2 now accessible.

Solo Leveling’s live-action adaptation marks a significant step for the franchise, further cementing its position as a global phenomenon. While a release date for the live-action project is yet to be announced, the anticipation surrounding its development indicates the series' enduring popularity and potential to captivate a new audience.

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