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Resident Evil Requiem's Leon actor may have been "let down" by past Resident Evil movies, but he's fully behind director Zach Cregger for his 2026 movie
Nick Apostolides, the voice actor for Leon S. Kennedy in the Resident Evil games, expressed cautious optimism about Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil movie. Despite past disappointments with the franchise's film adaptations, Apostolides believes Cregger, a known fan who has played Resident Evil Village twice, will deliver a strong interpretation for the 2026 film.
A Battlefield Movie Is Coming To Kick Off Another Battle With Call Of Duty
A Battlefield movie is in development, with Christopher McQuarrie attached to write, direct, and produce, and Michael B. Jordan also producing and potentially starring. The film has been pitched to Apple and Sony, with a theatrical release being prioritized. This news comes shortly after Paramount announced a Call of Duty movie, setting up a potential box office rivalry between the two major first-person shooter franchises.
Jacksepticeye isn't planning on asking fellow YouTuber Markiplier for tips on the Bloodborne movie after Iron Lung…
YouTuber Seán McLoughlin, also known as Jacksepticeye, is producing an upcoming film adaptation of the game Bloodborne. Despite fellow YouTuber Mark Fischbach's success with his Iron Lung film, McLoughlin is not planning to ask him for advice on the Bloodborne project.
As filming of the Elden Ring movie continues, here's an on-set leak of some lettuce being hurled at one of the game's most infamous characters
Filming is underway for the A24-backed Elden Ring movie, directed by Alex Garland. Leaked on-set footage reveals a scene from the game's opening, featuring the Loathsome Dung Eater character being pelted with vegetables, including a prominent lettuce. The film adaptation, described as A24's largest project, has a reported budget exceeding $100 million USD and is slated for a March 3, 2028 release.
Project Hail Mary author reveals the one cut book scene he wished they'd squeezed into the movie
Author Andy Weir expressed regret that a specific scene from his novel Project Hail Mary, involving the government setting off nukes in Antarctica, was cut from the movie adaptation. Weir, who also produced the film starring Ryan Gosling, discussed this with screenwriter Drew Goddard on the StarTalk podcast.
Mortal Kombat 2 set to make a killing at the box office with double the opening weekend of the first movie
Mortal Kombat 2 is projected to significantly outperform its predecessor at the box office, with estimates suggesting an opening weekend of $40 million to $50 million in the US. The film is set to release in two weeks, and this projection indicates a strong performance for the video game film adaptation.
Fantastic combo! Street Fighter cast tease movie's Easter eggs, as they say there's "like, a…
The cast of Paramount Pictures' upcoming Street Fighter movie adaptation has revealed that the film will feature around 100 Easter eggs for fans to discover. Actor Noah Centineo, who plays Ken Masters, stated that the team worked to infuse as much of the gameplay as possible, including nods to hidden levels and signature moves.
Leaked behind-the-scenes footage from the upcoming Elden Ring movie sees the Loathsome Dung Eater take centre stage
Leaked behind-the-scenes footage from the upcoming Elden Ring movie, directed by Alex Garland, has surfaced online. The footage prominently features the character Loathsome Dung Eater being pelted with rotten food by onlookers. Fans have reacted positively to the leaked clip, praising the depiction of the character.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie surpasses $755m globally, becomes highest-grossing film of 2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved over $755 million globally, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2026. The Nintendo adaptation has earned $361 million in the US and contributed to the Super Mario animated film franchise surpassing $2 billion worldwide. The article also mentions the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie and a panel discussion on transmedia.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Has Made $756 Million in the Worldwide Box Office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success, grossing $756 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of 2026. Despite mixed critical reception, the film has performed exceptionally well, with producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressing surprise at the negative critic reviews. Future Nintendo film adaptations are not planned as a connected universe, with a focus on individual character stories.
Elden Ring movie set photos inspire hope with physical scenery and potentially some dung eating
Set photos from the upcoming Elden Ring movie adaptation reveal a focus on physical scenery rather than solely CGI, featuring elements like Raya Lucaria Academy bird cages and Erdtree banners. Directed by Alex Garland and produced by A24 with a significant budget, the film appears to be faithfully recreating iconic locations and characters from the FromSoftware game.
As Elden Ring fans wait for official news, leaked movie set images suggest the film will include significant pre-game backstory
Leaked images from the set of the Elden Ring movie suggest the film will delve into pre-game lore, including events like the Night of the Black Knives and the character Marika before The Shattering. The adaptation, produced by A24 and directed by Alex Garland, is slated for a March 3, 2028 release.
We May Have Just Caught Our First Glimpse Of Queen Marika In The Elden Ring Movie
Leaked set photos from A24's Elden Ring movie reveal potential filming locations like Leyndell and Stormveil Castle, and hint at the appearance of characters such as Queen Marika and Dung Eater. Writer and director Alex Garland is overseeing production, with filming taking place at Greenwich Naval College.
Elden Ring movie set photos suggest the Loathsome Dung Eater and Raya Lucaria will appear in the A24 adaptation
Behind-the-scenes photos from the upcoming A24 live-action Elden Ring movie adaptation reveal set details suggesting the appearance of Raya Lucaria and the character known as the Loathsome Dung Eater. The images also hint at locations like Leyndell and Stormveil.
Elden Ring Is A24's Biggest Movie Yet with a $100 Million Budget
A24 is developing an Elden Ring movie adaptation with a reported $100 million budget, making it the company's largest project to date. Filming is set to begin this week in the UK, directed by Alex Garland, and will feature a cast including Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw, and Cailee Spaeny. The film is slated for a March 3, 2028 release.
Elden Ring film budget reportedly "well over" $100m, and A24's "largest and most ambitious project" yet
The upcoming Elden Ring film adaptation, directed by Alex Garland and produced by A24, reportedly has a budget exceeding $100 million, making it A24's most ambitious project to date. Principal photography is expected to last around 100 days, with Cailee Spaeny attached to a lead role. The film is slated for a March 3, 2028 release.
Bloodborne Movie Is Not A Cash Grab For JackSepticEye, He Says
YouTuber Seán McLoughlin, also known as JackSepticEye, is producing an R-rated Bloodborne animated movie for Sony Pictures, emphasizing his fan-driven approach rather than profit. He aims to stay true to the game's mood and atmosphere, acknowledging fan passion and criticism. The article also briefly mentions other upcoming game adaptations from Sony Pictures, including Elden Ring, Resident Evil, Helldivers, and The Legend of Zelda.
Resident Evil: Release Date, Cast, And Everything Else We Know About The Reboot Movie
A new Resident Evil movie reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, is set to release on September 18, 2026, with Sony Pictures distributing. The film aims to capture the survival-horror tone of the video games and will feature original characters and a story set during the Raccoon City Incident, distinct from previous movie adaptations. Austin Abrams leads the cast, which includes Zach Cherry, Johnno Wilson, Paul Walter Hauser, and Kali Reis.
Kodansha House Coming to LA’s Little Tokyo Starting July 2
Kodansha is launching an immersive pop-up event called Kodansha House in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo from July 2-12, coinciding with Anime Expo. The event will feature guest appearances by creators of popular manga like Blue Lock and Witch Hat Atelier. Additionally, the article mentions several other gaming-related announcements including a Final Fantasy VII board game, a Rogue Trooper movie trailer, a Sonic the Hedgehog cafe, a Metal Slug anniversary project, and an Elden Ring film adaptation.
Elden Ring Film Adaptation Has a Budget of Over $100 Million
The live-action Elden Ring film adaptation, produced by A24 and directed by Alex Garland, has a production budget exceeding $100 million. Principal photography is expected to last 100 days, with a theatrical release planned for March 3rd, 2028. George R.R. Martin is also involved as a producer on the project.
