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Sony Pictures Releasing business and news from across the web.- The Legend Of Zelda And Helldivers Movies Get New UpdatesSony Pictures announced updates for its upcoming The Legend of Zelda and Helldivers movies at CinemaCon. The Zelda film has wrapped filming, while the Helldivers movie, starring Jason Momoa and directed by Justin Lin, is set to begin pre-production soon with a November 2027 release date. Updates were also shared for a Resident Evil movie and an R-rated Bloodborne animated movie.
- Bloodborne: R-Rated Animated Movie in Development With JackSepticEye ProducingSony Pictures announced an R-rated animated feature film based on the video game Bloodborne. The movie will be produced by PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and YouTuber Seán McLoughlin, also known as JackSepticEye.
- The Legend of Zelda movie has wrapped filmingFilming has officially wrapped in New Zealand for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, co-produced by Nintendo and directed by Wes Ball. The film, starring Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda, is set to be released on May 7, 2027, and is now moving into post-production.
- The Legend Of Zelda Live-Action Movie Has Officially Wrapped FilmingFilming has officially wrapped on the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, Sony Pictures announced at Cinema Con. The film is scheduled for a global release on May 7, 2027, and will stream exclusively on Netflix. Shigeru Miyamoto previously confirmed Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will play Link and Bo Bragason will play Zelda.
- Bloodborne animated movie announcedSony Pictures announced an R-rated animated movie adaptation of the video game Bloodborne, which will be co-produced by PlayStation Productions and Lyrical Animation. Sanford Panitch, president of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, stated the film will remain true to the spirit of the original game developed by FromSoftware and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
- The Legend of Zelda Live Action Movie Has Finished FilmingSony Pictures has announced that filming has concluded for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, with a theatrical release date set for May 7th, 2027. Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed Bo Bragason as Zelda and Evan Ainsworth as Link, with Wes Bell directing and Miyamoto producing. The film is reportedly the first in a planned trilogy and will feature Ganon as the antagonist.
- Bloodborne is Getting an Animated Adaptation With JackSepticEye’s InvolvementSony Pictures is producing an R-rated animated adaptation of the PlayStation 4 game Bloodborne, with PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and YouTuber JackSepticEye (Seán McLoughlin) co-producing. While details are scarce, the adaptation aims to stay true to the game's gothic horror spirit and setting of Yharnam. This announcement comes as Sony continues to expand its video game intellectual properties into other media, with adaptations of The Last of Us, Helldivers, and Horizon also in development.
- A Metal Gear Solid Film Has Been Greenlit By SonySony has greenlit a film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid, with Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein set to direct. Avi and Ari Arad are producing the film for Sony Pictures. This announcement comes as Konami prepares to release Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Metal Gear Solid movie is back on again thanks to two hot new directorsA live-action Metal Gear Solid movie is back in development at Sony Pictures, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached. The project, first announced in 2006, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic characters to the big screen. While the new directors are known for Final Destination Bloodlines, their involvement in other projects like an animated Venom movie and the new Gremlins film means the Metal Gear Solid movie's release remains a distant prospect.
- Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation finds new directorsSony's Metal Gear Solid film adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts. The project, first announced by Hideo Kojima in 2006, aims to bring the iconic game characters to life. Separately, Google removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store for alleged violations of terms of service regarding sensitive themes.
- Theater chain listing claims that Spider-Man: Brand New Day takes place after the events of Avengers: DoomsdayA US cinema chain's website lists Spider-Man: Brand New Day as taking place after the events of Avengers: Doomsday, suggesting a significant plot point for Peter Parker's character. The synopsis indicates Parker attempts to retire from being Spider-Man but is drawn back to protect his friends, potentially hinting at a major conflict preceding the film.
- Sony Pictures' Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation is resurrected, with the directors of last year's Final Destination: Bloodlines at the helmSony Pictures has tapped directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to helm the Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts who was attached since 2014. This new direction is part of a first-look deal with Sony that also includes an animated Venom movie and an original sci-fi project. While Hideo Kojima's involvement is unclear, producers Avi and Ari Arad remain attached, and Oscar Isaac was previously rumored to play Solid Snake.
- Metal Gear Solid Movie Coming From Sony Pictures | Console CreaturesSony Pictures is developing a Metal Gear Solid movie, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached to adapt Hideo Kojima's iconic series. While Oscar Isaac was previously cast as Solid Snake and Jordan Vogt-Roberts was set to direct, it appears both are no longer involved with the project.
- The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in chargeColumbia Pictures is reviving the Metal Gear Solid film adaptation with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein. The project, which has been in development for decades, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic stealth game to the big screen. While previous attempts have stalled, this new iteration is moving forward with Avi Arad and Ari Arad still attached as producers.
- Metal Gear Solid movie finally makes progress after 12 years with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors signed onDirectors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein have signed a deal with Sony Pictures, with their first project reportedly being the long-delayed Metal Gear Solid movie. This marks significant progress for the film adaptation, which was first announced 12 years ago in 2014. Producer Avi Arad confirmed a script is currently in progress.
- Another Attempt at a Metal Gear Solid Movie Is Being Made by SonySony Pictures has tapped directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to helm a new movie adaptation of the Metal Gear Solid franchise. The directors expressed their honor in bringing Hideo Kojima's iconic characters and world to life, having previously worked on Final Destination Bloodlines.
- Dune 3 Mulai Siapkan Amunisi Jelang Lawan Avengers DoomsdayDune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday are set to release on December 18, 2026, creating a major box office conflict dubbed 'Dunesday'. Dune 3 has already begun selling IMAX tickets, with high demand driving resale prices significantly above face value. Warner Bros. is motivated to keep its IMAX exclusive for the opening weekend, while Disney's plans for Avengers: Doomsday remain uncertain.
- Metal Gear Solid Movie Gets New DirectorsThe Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, taking over from Jordan Vogt-Roberts. Sony Pictures is developing the film, which is still in early stages with no confirmed script, cast, or release date. This adaptation is one of several video game projects from Sony, including a Resident Evil movie and The Legend of Zelda live-action film.
- PS5, PS4 Players Getting Free Credit for Playing PS Plus GameSony is offering PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners a free movie credit for playing Resident Evil Village through the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog. Players need to play the game for at least 30 minutes by April 30 and link their accounts to the Sony Pictures Core app to receive the credit by May 8.
- Tom Holland says Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots to add humor and "[layer] in a villain plotline…Tom Holland confirmed that the upcoming Marvel movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots to incorporate more humor and a new villain plotline. While Holland stated these additions are not essential, they are intended to enhance the film's existing strengths. The movie also features new cast members and will see the hero team up with Hulk and Punisher.