- A new report reveals that Paramount is reportedly in talks to acquire rights for a Call of Duty movie.
- The new Paramount leadership is treating the deal as a priority, but no decisions have yet been made regarding the cast.
- The new CEO wants to turn Paramount into a leader in gaming film adaptations.
The entertainment industry is slowly shifting its focus to notable gaming series, resulting in some delightful projects over the last few years. However, filmmakers have barely scratched the surface yet, with major IPs like COD still seeing no adaptations.
Even though Xbox has previously denied interest in a Call of Duty movie, by claiming that the franchise doesn’t need that outlet, a new report suggests that Paramount is now reportedly in talks to acquire rights for such a project.
Why it matters: New Paramount CEO David Ellison plans to launch gaming film adaptations, starting with Call of Duty, with more franchises likely to follow.
Notable Hollywood insider Matthew Belloni of Puck News clarifies that Paramount is actively negotiating with Xbox to buy rights for a Call of Duty movie. However, no exact details about talents, such as writers, directors, or actors, have been confirmed yet.
This push for the COD adaptation comes from the new Paramount CEO, David Ellison. He aims to transform Paramount into a leader in gaming adaptations by targeting youth-focused franchises.
We’ve already seen this strategy come into play with the new Street Fighter movie.
However, a past attempt to build a Call of Duty cinematic universe in 2015 fizzled out by 2020, with insiders noting the IP is tough to adapt due to Xbox’s restrictions and demands.
As a side note, the deal may fall apart at any point during the negotiations. Therefore, it is best to take this scoop with a grain of salt.
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Shameer Sarfaraz has previously worked for eXputer as a Senior News Writer for several years. Now with Tech4Gamers, he loves to devoutly keep up with the latest gaming and entertainment industries. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and years of experience reporting on games. Besides his passion for breaking news stories, Shahmeer loves spending his leisure time farming away in Stardew Valley. VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Game Rant, TheGamer, GamingBolt, The Verge, NME, Metro, Dot Esports, GameByte, Kotaku Australia, PC Gamer, and more have cited his articles.
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