The speculation regarding a cinematic version of Elden Ring is confirmed. Alex Garland and Studio A24 are collaborating to bring it to life.
Video game adaptations are demonstrating once again their potential for significant profitability. After the successes of Super Mario Bros. and The Minecraft Movie, an adaptation of Elden Ring is now set to hit theaters. A director and screenwriter have already been selected.
## Transitioning from sci-fi to fantasy
Alex Garland will take on both responsibilities, although he is not widely recognized for his work in the fantasy genre at this time. In fact, quite the opposite: Garland is primarily known for his contributions to sci-fi and, more recently, action films. His filmography includes Dredd, Ex Machina, Annihilation, Civil War, and most recently, Warfare.
He also collaborated with Danny Boyle on the cult classic zombie film 28 Days Later, which will be succeeded by 28 Years Later on June 19, 2025. This upcoming sequel is set to launch an entire trilogy.
## The director is a devoted fan of Elden Ring
Garland is also a passionate admirer of Elden Ring. Just a month ago, the director and screenwriter shared on Reddit that he simply cannot stop engaging with FromSoftware’s Soulslike game.
At that time, Garland mentioned that he was in the midst of his sixth playthrough and had completely lost track of how many hours he had devoted to it. Could this indicate his anticipation for the release of Nightreign?
It is currently unclear when Alex Garland will debut Elden Ring in theaters. The producing studio is A24, recognized for films and series like Everything Everywhere All At Once, Uncut Gems, Midsommar, Moonlight, and Euphoria.
Fan reactions to the news have been mixed. For example, there are already humorous comments questioning whether the film adaptation will resemble Minecraft. A month ago, when the adaptation rumors first emerged, this (fantastic) meme gained traction.
Others remain optimistic, as Alex Garland has rarely if ever let down audiences with his projects. Additionally, the fact that the director and screenwriter is a devoted fan of Elden Ring undoubtedly adds a small bonus.
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