Get Ready for Netflix’s Live-Action Assassin’s Creed Series
Netflix has officially greenlit a live-action series inspired by the globally successful Assassin’s Creed video game franchise. After five years of anticipation, fans are buzzing with excitement as the streamer gears up to dive into this iconic universe.
The project was first hinted at when Netflix struck a deal with the game’s developer, Ubisoft, back in 2020. Now, the time has come to make a leap of faith, with Emmy-nominated screenwriters Roberto Patino and David Wiener at the helm as creators and showrunners.
A New Chapter for a Classic Franchise
Based on one of the most popular game franchises in history—selling over 200 million copies—each game follows a present-day character who accesses the memories of their ancestors, all members of a secret order of assassins that shapes world events.
The official logline promises a high-octane thriller centered around a silent war between two factions: one driven to manipulate mankind’s future, while the other fights to preserve free will. Viewers can expect a gripping narrative that unfolds across pivotal historical events, exploring the battle to shape humanity’s destiny.
In a joint statement, showrunners Patino and Wiener expressed their excitement, stating, “Every day we work on this show, we’re humbled by the possibilities that Assassin’s Creed opens to us.”
They highlighted the human story at the core of the series, touching on themes of identity, purpose, and the importance of human connection across cultures and time. “It’s about what we stand to lose as a species when those connections break,” they added.
Netflix has seen significant success with its adaptations of other video game franchises, notably with animated series like Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and Castlevania. Following the mixed reception of the 2016 film starring Michael Fassbender, this new series aims to provide a faithful and compelling take on the beloved franchise.
While there’s currently no release date on the horizon for the Assassin’s Creed adaptation, the anticipation among fans is palpable. With a talented team working behind the scenes and rich narratives to draw from, this series has the potential to capture the essence of what makes the franchise so beloved.