Is Crash Bandicoot getting a TV series, or even a movie? A new trademark gives us hints

Crash Bandicoot balances on a jungle log above a river while Aku Aku floats nearby in a colorful tropical environment. — Source: Activision (Image credit: Activision)

Crash Bandicoot lives on, which means part of my childhood does too, and that warms my heart. Recently, I covered a fan-made Unreal Engine 5 project called "Sprash" that combines Crash Bandicoot and Spyro, which you should definitely check out.

Anyway, not onto the trademark filing. It appears Activision has now filed a trademark covering television, movie, and animated productions based on the Crash Bandicoot franchise.

This comes on the heels of reports that Netflix was developing a Crash Bandicoot animated series. However, nothing ever materialized from those rumors, but that doesn't necessarily mean the project is dead or not real. At the very least, this new trademark filing suggests Activision is exploring the possibility of expanding Crash Bandicoot beyond video games and into film, television, or animation.

Of course, we're currently in the middle of a wave of video game adaptations. Whether it's Mario, Sonic, Fallout, the Halo TV series, or the upcoming Gears of War adaptation, there is no shortage of game franchises making the jump to the screen.

Let's just hope Crash Bandicoot ends up in the same category as Fallout and Sonic. Personally, I'd rather see it avoid the mistakes made by Halo and, to a lesser extent, Mario. Not to say Mario was anywhere near as bad as Halo, but I certainly didn't enjoy the latest movie as much as most people seemed to.

Personally, I'd be all for a Crash Bandicoot series. Now that Activision is part of Microsoft, I think Microsoft should continue expanding its presence in the entertainment space, and television and movies are a great way to do that.

As we've seen with adaptations like Fallout, a successful TV series can also give the games themselves a boost in players. If done well, a Crash Bandicoot adaptation could introduce the franchise to a whole new audience while giving longtime fans something to enjoy as well.

But what do you think? Would you be excited for a Crash Bandicoot movie or TV show? Let me know in the comments, and be sure to take part in our poll!

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Adam is a Psychology Master’s graduate passionate about gaming, community building, and digital engagement. A lifelong Xbox fan since 2001, he started with Halo: Combat Evolved and remains an avid achievement hunter. Over the years, he has engaged with several Discord communities, helping them get established and grow. Gaming has always been more than a hobby for Adam—it’s where he’s met many friends, taken on new challenges, and connected with communities that share his passion.