Story Kitchen Launches Film Adaptation of Roblox’s ‘Grow A Garden’

Story Kitchen, a prominent production company renowned for adapting video games into films and television series, has announced an exciting partnership with the creators of the popular Roblox game, Grow a Garden. This collaboration aims to develop a feature film inspired by the game, which has amassed over 33 billion plays since its launch in March 2023.

With its vibrant community and innovative gameplay, Grow a Garden allows players to cultivate gardens, trade crops, and engage in seasonal events. The game’s success reached new heights in August, achieving a remarkable peak of 22.3 million concurrent players, surpassing the previous record held by the widely popular title, Fortnite, which peaked at 15.3 million. At one point this summer, Grow a Garden accounted for more than two-thirds of the approximately 30 million players active on Roblox.

Film Development Underway

According to the co-founders of Story Kitchen, Dmitri M. Johnson and Michael Lawrence Goldberg, “Grow a Garden is exactly the kind of imaginative, heartfelt world we love to adapt.” They expressed their enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing its uplifting themes of creativity and community. The narrative is expected to resonate with audiences of all ages, promising a whimsical and emotionally engaging journey focused on growth, friendship, and the magic that develops when nurturing something from the ground up.

While plot details remain confidential, Story Kitchen is actively collaborating with the original creative team behind Grow a Garden to ensure the film captures the essence of the game. The project is currently in the early stages of development, with a dedicated team working to craft a narrative that reflects the game’s community-driven spirit.

Producers for the film include Dmitri M. Johnson, Michael Lawrence Goldberg, and Timothy I. Stevenson from Story Kitchen, alongside Jeremy Bolt from JB Pictures. Co-producers John Gaudiosi and John Benyamine of Moonrock, along with Story Kitchen’s Elena Sandoval, will also contribute to the project. The collaboration is further strengthened by its association with Think Influence, which represents the creators of Grow a Garden.

Story Kitchen’s Growing Portfolio

Since its founding in 2022, Story Kitchen has been at the forefront of adapting numerous video games for a cinematic audience. Notable projects include adaptations of Tomb Raider, Life Is Strange, Teddy Ruxpin, and Just Cause, along with classic titles from the SEGA catalog, such as Streets of Rage and Shinobi. Upcoming adaptations also include indie games like Split Fiction, It Takes Two, Sifu, and Ruiner.

With a track record of successful adaptations, Story Kitchen is poised to offer a fresh and engaging perspective on the beloved world of Grow a Garden. As the project progresses, more details are anticipated to emerge in the coming months, promising to capture the imagination of both gamers and film enthusiasts alike.