'Assassin's Creed' live-action Netflix series in the works

The show is part of a deal between Netflix and Ubisoft that also includes an animated show

After the success of The Witcher, Netflix is looking to turn another highly popular video game franchise into a TV show. A live-action series for Assassin's Creed is already under development, reported Variety. 

“For more than 10 years, millions of fans around the world have helped shape the ‘Assassin’s Creed’ brand into an iconic franchise,” said Jason Altman, head of Ubisoft Film and Television – Los Angeles. “We’re thrilled to create an Assassin’s Creed series with Netflix and we look forward to developing the next saga in the Assassin’s Creed universe.”

Netflix made things official for the public as it posted a teaser on its official Facebook page that had the Assassin's Creed logo amalgamated with it's own. 

 

Assassin's Creed - Annuncio

Netflix + Assassin's Creed

Posted by Netflix on Tuesday, October 27, 2020

 

"We’re excited to partner with Ubisoft and bring to life the rich, multilayered storytelling that Assassin’s Creed is beloved for,” said Peter Friedlander, vice president of original series at Netflix. “From its breathtaking historical worlds and massive global appeal as one of the best selling video game franchises of all time, we are committed to carefully crafting epic and thrilling entertainment based on this distinct IP and provide a deeper dive for fans and our members around the world to enjoy.”

The series is part of a deal between Netflix and video game company Ubisoft to develop content based on the best-selling video game franchise. In addition to a live-action series, the deal will also include, animated, and anime series. The search is currently on for a showrunner for the first series, with Ubisoft Film & Television’s  Altman and Danielle Kreinik set to serve as executive producers.

This would not be the first live-action Assassin’s Creed project to hit the screen. A film adaptation starring Michael Fassbender was released in 2016. It went on to gross over $240 million worldwide against a reported budget of $125 million.