Sleeping Dogs movie first script draft completed; revealed by Simu Liu
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Wei Shen is getting closer and closer
The fans are pretty excited after Simu Liu recently posted on social media about the Sleeping Dogs movie‘s first script draft, which is now completed.
Fans have been waiting for so long to see Wei Shen and his undercover cop action once again. Shang-Chi star Simu has brought the thing back to life by being the producer and the actor playing the Wei Shen role. Let’s check out more details in this article.
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New details on Sleeping Dogs movie
On the recent post on X, here’s what Simu posted about the movie script:
in honour of our sleeping dogs script draft being done, here’s my sleepy dog.
The first script draft has been done, which is a massive leap from the long-dormant adaptation. Simu has already shown his passion for this project and we may get some exciting surprises in the future as well.
In the post, we can also see that the writer’s name was hidden. Speculation also suggests that it might be a new addition or director.
Previously, Donnie Yen of Rogue One fame also wanted to bring this project to life, but nothing happened after that.
Seeing how the first draft of the script has been completed and we might see the casting announcement soon, we can say that the Sleeping Dogs movie is heading in a good direction.
Simu is also very vocal and serious about the project. He is even producing it, so fans don’t have to worry about the live action series not getting the good justice from Hollywood.
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Final Thoughts
Sleeping Dogs game was really amazing and gamers always wanted a sequel to this title. Fortunately, we are getting a live-action movie and Simu will be the one playing the role of Wei Shen in the movie. Hopefully, in the near future, we might get something related to a new game as well.
FAQs
What’s the latest update on the Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation?
Simu Liu revealed on Twitter that the first script draft is complete and sent for feedback; production’s ramping up, with filming eyed for 2026.
Who is starring in and producing the Sleeping Dogs film?
Simu Liu (Shang-Chi) leads as Wei Shen and is also producing the film.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a gaming journalist with a soft spot for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a strong understanding of game mechanics, he enjoys exploring what makes games special beyond just the gameplay. Inspired by titles like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh brings his own perspective to gaming stories. When he’s not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.