Literature is one of the wells from which cinema drinks to present new stories. It is not only about adaptations inspired by specific works, but also about narratives that feed off each other to enrich the work. movie. Added to this base in recent years is the offer that video games represent, so that platforms such as Netflix interested in their development in the format live action.
Netflix has been considering how it can expand its catalog on its own for several years now. Emergence of new services streaming, the loss of some rights to works and the search for new material to update its content are some of its reasons. In this sense, the company is exploring options for video game plots. One of the most obvious cases is Witcherstarring Henry Cavill. Although it comes from novels Andrzej Sapkowskiit was CD Projekt Red that brought her fame.
Netflix is currently working on several video game related projects. Although the status of each is different, most of them are expected to enter the platform in the coming years. Meanwhile, others continue to spawn suspense, such as the series inspired by Assassin’s Creedand projects such as the third season Witcher They appear to be in good health.
Netflix and its projects live action
based on video games
Netflix’s most recent issue with its video game adaptations has been the cancellation of the series. resident Evil. Between a questionable casting and a production that didn’t live up to expectations, the end result was far from what was expected. It should be remembered that this franchise is one of the most important in the entertainment universe for consoles and other platforms. Below is a list of projects he is working on.
bioshock
This is a game that combines action and horror, and in which Netflix plans to live action. Although until recently there was no news about this project, on August 27 it became known that movie already have a director. Near Francis Lawrencewho has already sent I’m a legend D The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. Screenwriter bioshock this is Michael Greenworking on texts Logan, blade runner 2049 D american gods.
The Witcher: Origin of Blood
This is a prequel to Witcher announced in 2020. Initially, the mini-series will consist of six chapters. But recently it became known that the number of episodes will be reduced to four. This cut occurred after viewing in post-production. According to information from Colliderdirectors:
- Chapter 1 led Declan de Barra.
- Chapter 2 led Alex Menehan D Aaron Stuart Ahn.
- Chapter 3, author Tanya Lotia D Kirsten Van Horn
- Chapter 4, with Declan De Barra and Tasha Huo leads production.
premiere The Witcher: Origin of Blood It is scheduled for this year, although the exact date has not yet been announced.
Zero dawn horizon
Widely popular on the PlayStation platform, this video game will have a series on Netflix. The project is led by Steve Blackmanwho has been recognized for his work with Umbrella Academy. Story Zero dawn horizon It is based on a world where machines have a lot of influence and men and women find their place in this space. Responsible for the scenario of this adaptation Michelle Lovrettaand PlayStation Productions will oversee its development.
Pokemon
Netflix is working on a series live action about one of the most important contemporary anime in the entertainment industry, Pokemon. This project was announced in 2020, and during 2021 it became known that the responsible writer is Joe Hendersona key element of other content addressed to Netflix, Lucifer. The aforementioned will also be in charge of enforcement proceedings, according to information received Diversity.
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Department
This artwork is inspired by the Ubisoft video game developed by Tom Clancy. It is scheduled for 2023, with direction Rawson Marshall Thurber and script Rafe Judkins. This will be a star Jake Gyllenhaal D Jessica Chastain. They will play two agents who have to mediate between different powers in New York to restore order in the area.
Beyond good and evil
During 2020, the start of project development was announced. This is a movie. According to information from Hollywood Reporter production is currently underway Jason Altman D Margaret Boykin while management is work Rob Letterman. This game was introduced Ubisoft during 2003. Although a sequel is in development, the French publisher has stopped reporting on status the same for a long time.
dragon’s lair
March 27, 2020 Hollywood Reporter announced that Netflix would be working on live action this game with Ryan Reynolds as the main character. While some of the previous productions are based on recent contemporary games, the adaptation dragon’s lair It will revive the 80s classic. Part of the crew consists of Roy Lee, Trevor Engelson, Don Bluth, Gary Goldman, John Pomeroy and Ryan Reynolds himself.
