Elden Ring’s live-action adaptation secures Alex Garland as director

venturebeat.comPublished: 5/23/2025

Summary

Elden Ring, once considered unlikely to be released, has become a cultural phenomenon, sparking excitement as its creators, Bandai Namco, have announced plans for a live-action film adaptation. Directed by Alex Garland, known for his work in both games and films with credits like Ex Machina and Civil War, this project promises to bring the game's epic story to the silver screen. Joining Garland are a team including George R.R. Martin, who contributed to the game's original narrative. This film follows others in the gaming industry's growing trend of adapting popular titles into cinematic experiences, with notable precedents like Gears of War and BioShock on Netflix.