Get ready for the big screen adaptation!
Call of Duty, the iconic gaming franchise launched in 2003, is going live-action with a film deal struck between Paramount and Activision.
This globally beloved series has consistently topped annual best-seller charts across consoles and PC.
Paramount has signed a deal with Activision to bring the popular video game Call of Duty to the big screen.
However, there’s no clue about the possible storylines or cast members as of now, but Paramount CEO David Ellison said, “As a lifelong fan of Call of Duty, this is truly a dream come true.”
Ellison recalled his time playing the game for “countless hours,” and now bringing them to the big screen was “an honor and a responsibility that we don’t take lightly.”
With 23 main entries, the Call of Duty series has come a long way!
Each game has brought its own unique twist and storyline, keeping the franchise fresh and exciting for fans.
The series’ evolution over the years has been impressive, with advancements in graphics, gameplay, and narrative.
As per the details available with Activision, the franchise has sold more than 500 million games in the series since it launched in 2003.
The Call of Duty film is part of a larger trend, with popular video games like The Legend of Zelda, Elden Ring, and The Sims also making their way to the big screen.
The success of movie adaptations like Super Mario Bros. and Minecraft, along with TV hits like The Last of Us and Fallout, has paved the way for more video game-to-screen projects.
This trend shows the growing appetite for bringing gaming stories and worlds to life on the big and small screens.