Magic 8 Ball's many nominations to the National Toy Hall of Fame eventually led to a win in 2018 when it, along with pinball and the game of Uno, finally received its induction. Per its Hall of Fame page, millions of Magic 8 Balls have been sold over the years but its popularity continues with both adults and children; one humorist called it the "best decision-making model of the millennium."
At this point, the Magic 8 Ball is such a quintessential part of popular culture that the inevitable Magic 8 Ball motion picture is in development. According to a 2019 article from Deadline, Mattel has partnered with horror studio Blumhouse for a live-action horror movie. Jeff Wadlow, director of Blumhouse Films' "Truth or Dare" and "Fantasy Island" is slated to direct and is also writing the script with Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach.
Per Robbie Brenner of Mattel Films, "This iconic toy has a built-in connection with fans and untapped potential for storytelling ... As fans of Mattel and their brands, we're looking forward to bringing Magic 8 Ball, one of their most celebrated toys, to life, and playing against expectations in doing so."
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