Jack Black Pitches for Yakuza Live-Action Role

Jack Black, the actor known for voicing Bowser in the Super Mario Bros. films and Steve in A Minecraft Movie, has expressed strong interest in starring in a live-action adaptation of Sega's Yakuza video game series. In a recent interview with Screen Rant while promoting his upcoming role in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Black pitched himself directly to the game's publisher.

"I'm going to throw my hat in that ring," Black said. "I don't know if there are any parts for me, like a portly American, but talk to me. Sega, give me a jingle." The comment came as Black discussed his enthusiasm for video game adaptations, highlighting his growing track record in the genre. He joked with co-star Donald Glover during the conversation that mentioning Sega might get them in trouble ahead of the Mario film's release, though no specific restrictions were detailed.

Black's involvement in video game projects has proven highly successful. He first voiced the villainous Bowser in 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide and became the highest-earning video game adaptation to date. He reprised elements of that energy in 2025's A Minecraft Movie, where he played...