“A fancy MONOPOLY movie?!” – Netizens laugh as Seth Rogen reveals Ridley Scott once pitched him the idea

In an interview that has since sent the internet into a frenzy, Seth Rogen revealed a bizarre pitch from none other than Ridley Scott for a “fancy” MONOPOLY movie. Yes, you read that correctly a Monopoly movie. But don’t just picture a generic board game adaptation. Oh no, Ridley Scott had something a little more, well, “cinematic” in mind. Imagine a dramatic helicopter shot of Central Park, pulling up to reveal a sprawling cityscape that looks suspiciously like a Monopoly board. Sounds ridiculous? It is and that’s precisely why it’s gone viral.

Rogen was clearly entertained by the idea, admitting that it “sounded good.” But the mere concept of turning a game about buying and selling properties into a high-budget blockbuster, with Scott’s signature gravitas, has left netizens in stitches.

The Ridley Scott “Fancy MONOPOLY” Movie Pitch Goes Viral

Seth Rogen’s casual revelation about Ridley Scott’s pitch has given the internet a golden moment of comedic gold. The story, initially shared in a lighthearted podcast chat, quickly snowballed into a viral sensation. The notion of taking something as mundane as the Monopoly board game and making it into an action-packed film with helicopters, sweeping city views, and dramatic flair seems almost too absurd to be taken seriously. But that’s the beauty of it, isn’t it?

So why did the internet latch onto this Monopoly movie pitch with such enthusiasm? The reactions have been nothing short of hilarious, and it’s clear why the post went viral so quickly.

Another hilarious response pointed out,

“Do not pass go. Do not collect $200,”

a reference to the iconic game phrase. The witty twist on such a well-known catchphrase added to the overall amusement, highlighting how deeply ingrained Monopoly is in our cultural consciousness. Here, it wasn’t just about the game it was about how absurd it was to think of such a simple game being turned into an epic film.

And the criticisms? Oh, they were equally priceless. One commenter tweeted,

“Fuck, that's bad,”

and we couldn’t help but agree. The mere thought of the movie feels like something out of a fever dream, and the internet didn’t hold back in making their opinions clear.

"Nobody wants to see that movie," another commenter summed up the sentiment. But perhaps that's part of the charm; it's such an outlandish idea that it sparks curiosity, even if it’s purely for comedic reasons.

The sheer humor of it all lies in the ridiculousness of the pitch. Ridley Scott, a legendary director known for his work on epics like Gladiator and Alien, pitching a film based on Monopoly feels like the kind of idea you’d expect from a bored film student, except that it’s Ridley Scott, who’s clearly serious about it. One fan joked:

"and somehow we keep giving this guy huge budgets for films lol"

In the end, while the idea of a game movie directed by Ridley Scott is undeniably hilarious, it’s also a testament to how strange and unpredictable the film industry can be. If anything, this pitch serves as a reminder that sometimes, it’s the most outlandish ideas that make the biggest impact whether for better or worse. Sure, the internet may be having a good laugh, but you can’t deny that Ridley Scott’s “fancy” vision has left us all questioning the line between genius and absolute madness in Hollywood.

So, will we see a Monopoly movie in theaters soon? Probably not. But if we do, you can bet the helicopter shots over Central Park will be there to remind us of this utterly bizarre and hilarious moment in film history. Until then, let’s just enjoy the absurdity.