D id you ever think A24 and Barney would be mentioned in the same sentence? Yeah, me neither, but we’re now living in a world where the independent entertainment company is maki

A24 is also on board as a producer, alongside Kaluuya and Rowan Riley for 59% Productions. First announced in 2019, the film has been described as a surrealistic take on the iconic purple dinosaur, targeting millennials rather than children.

Edebiri is an inspired choice (because, frankly, putting her in anything is an inspired choice), but specifically because the weird tone Mattel execs set out for this project in 2023 is right up her alley.

A24, Mattel Films, and Daniel Kaluuya's 59% Productions are partnering to bring Barney to life on the big screen, and they're bringing on some more talent. The trio have announced Ayo Edebiri will be writing and potentially starring in the live-action Barney film.

Ayo Edebiri, best known for her role in the American comedy-drama ‘The Bear,’ is set to write the screenplay for the live-action film ‘Barney,’ and is currently in talks to star in the film. After the success of ‘Barbie’ back in 2023,

Ayo Edebiri, fresh off an Emmy win, is set to write and possibly star in the upcoming live-action *Barney* movie.

Ayo Edebiri has obtained Emmy recognition through her role in "The Bear" so she will write while potentially playing a part in the making of a live-action "Barney" movie adaptation. Mattel Films works together with A24 and 59% Productions led by Daniel Kaluuya to develop this film project.