“Best Believe It Will Be a Banger”- Gran Turismo Movie Trailer Has the Fans Seated for a Thrilling Surprise

Published 05/03/2023, 8:10 AM EDT

In the world of racing sims, one of the most renowned and influential titles is Gran Turismo. For years, it has been offering fans a heart-pumping experience on the serpentine tracks of glory, all in the comfort of their homes. But this time, GT has transcended the bounds of home monitors to silver screens!

PlayStation’s racing sim has been adapted into a feature movie, set to release on August 11, 2023. Following the setting of GT Academy, the movie will follow the story of a young fan who gets to become a real-life racer. According to the promotional material, this is based on a real-life story.

So far, a trailer has been released on the official YouTube channel of Sony Pictures Entertainment. Hollywood A-listers could be seen in some of the vital roles in the movie as well. The trailer teases a classic Hollywood underdog story with a racing setting, which has given the fans a lot of hope.

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The Gran Turismo movie promises everything fans have been hoping for

So far, the trailer looks very promising to fans, as it is filled with references from the games, promising a true-to-the-source adaptation of the popular game. The trailer started with a familiar countdown sound from the game. The camera angles used for the races are also very reminiscent of the in-game perspectives.

The life of Jann Mardenborough, who got to become a racer after competing in pro-GT circuits inspired the story. British actor Archie Madekwe will play the protagonist of the movie. His character is a highly skilled GT player who will get the big shot invitation into the professional racing scene.

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But before stepping inside the high-speed, high-stakes world, he had to go through an intense training regime to change his “gamer” physique. He will be trained by Jack Salter, who is being played by David Harbour. Orlando Bloom will star as Danny Moore, a motorsport marketing executive who gives the protagonist the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Fans are very eager for the adaptation

Gran Turismo, being one of the most iconic racing games in history, has a large collection of loyal and protective fanbase. But so far, the trailer has managed to impress them.

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Rituraj Halder is an eSports writer with a strong presence in the Indie community. With a deep passion for story-driven adventure RPGs, Rituraj has spent half his life crafting intriguing narratives inspired by them, making him a modern-day storyteller in his own right. His extensive experience as a scriptwriter for entertainment shows gives him a unique edge in understanding the world of sports entertainment.

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“Best Believe It Will Be a Banger”- Gran Turismo Movie Trailer Has the Fans Seated for a Thrilling Surprise

The Gran Turismo movie promises everything fans have been hoping for

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Fans are very eager for the adaptation