Could the beloved manga and anime Spy x Family be the next big live-action adaptation? The franchise has already conquered the page and the screen, but a new possibility has emerged thanks to a comment from a key figure in the streaming world.
During a recent appearance on the Trash Taste podcast, Steve Maeda, the showrunner behind Netflix's hit One Piece adaptation, was asked which Japanese property he'd love to tackle next. His answer? Spy x Family. Maeda didn't just express interest—he revealed that he believes the project is already in motion elsewhere.
"One that I've been chasing forever, but I think is already down the road somewhere else was Spy x Family, which would be such a lovely show. That's one I really adore."
That's a tantalizing hint for fans who've been dreaming of seeing the Forger family in live action. Since the manga debuted in 2019, Spy x Family has expanded into a hit anime series, a stage musical in Japan, and an original animated film. Now, with Maeda's comments, the possibility of a live-action version feels closer than ever.
For those unfamiliar, Spy x Family follows the Forgers—a fake family assembled for a secret mission. Loid, the father, is a spy known as Twilight; Yor, the mother, is an assassin; Anya, their adopted daughter, is a telepath; and Bond, the family dog, can see the future. The series balances action, comedy, and heart, making it a prime candidate for a live-action treatment.
Maeda's track record with One Piece—which proved that live-action adaptations of beloved anime can succeed when done right—makes his endorsement especially meaningful. If anyone knows the challenges and rewards of bringing such a story to life, it's him.
As of now, there's no official confirmation of a Spy x Family live-action project. The closest the franchise has come is the Japanese stage musical, which premiered in Tokyo in 2023 and covered the manga's early chapters. A sequel musical, Musical SPY x FAMILY 2: Bomb Dog Arc & Luxury Cruise Arc, is currently running through October 29, 2026.
While fans wait for official news, the anime continues to stream on Crunchyroll, and the manga is still publishing. If a live-action adaptation does come to fruition, it would join a growing list of anime-to-live-action projects, including the recently announced Anya Taylor-Joy's upcoming series and other Netflix hits. For now, Maeda's words are enough to keep the hope alive.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates on this developing story.
