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Elden Ring (film)

Elden Ring is an upcoming live-action fantasy film based on the 2022 video game Elden Ring.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Elden Ring is an upcoming live-action fantasy film based on the 2022 video game. Written and directed by Alex Garland, it is set for release by A24 on March 3, 2028.

What it is

The film adapts the world and setting of FromSoftware's action role-playing game Elden Ring. It is produced by A24 and Bandai Namco Entertainment, with Alex Garland attached as both writer and director. The project was announced as a live-action feature, and reported cast members include Kit Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Ben Whishaw, and Nick Offerman.

Cast and production

Multiple publications have reported a large ensemble cast, including Tom Burke, Havana Rose Liu, Sonoya Mizuno, Emma Laird, Peter Serafinowicz, Jonathan Pryce, Ruby Cruz, John Hodgkinson, and Jefferson Hall. The film is being produced for IMAX presentation, and Garland is directing from his own screenplay.

Release and format

Elden Ring is scheduled for a U.S. theatrical release on March 3, 2028. Coverage indicates the production is being filmed for IMAX, suggesting a large-format visual experience. No Canada-specific release details have been announced, but the film is expected to receive wide international distribution.

In short

  • Live-action adaptation of FromSoftware's Elden Ring.
  • Written and directed by Alex Garland.
  • Produced by A24 and Bandai Namco Entertainment.
  • Theatrical release March 3, 2028, filmed for IMAX.
Canadian angle

The film is a major international release with Canadian relevance mainly through its global fandom and theatrical distribution, though no Canada-specific release details were provided in the available sources.

Quick questions

Is there an Elden Ring movie?
Yes. An Elden Ring live-action film is in production and is based on the 2022 video game.
Elden Ring movie release date?
The film is scheduled for theatrical release on March 3, 2028.
Elden Ring movie cast?
Reported cast members include Kit Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Ben Whishaw, Nick Offerman, Tom Burke, Havana Rose Liu, Sonoya Mizuno, Emma Laird, Peter Serafinowicz, Jonathan Pryce, Ruby Cruz, John Hodgkinson, and Jefferson Hall.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elden_Ring_(film)
    Supports: Film title, adaptation status, writer/director, cast list, and March 3, 2028 release date.
  2. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/elden-ring-movie-release-date-and-full-cast-announced
    Supports: Release date, cast announcement, and adaptation details.
  3. USA Today — https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2026/04/20/a24-movie-elden-ring-cast-release-date/89705420007/
    Supports: Release date, IMAX filming, and cast list.
  4. Deadline — https://deadline.com/2026/04/alex-garland-elden-ring-march-2028-cailee-spaeny-1236865471/
    Supports: Alex Garland as writer/director, production status, cast additions, and March 3, 2028 release date.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elden_Ring
    Supports: Original video game basis and 2022 release context.