Kojima Productions is collaborating with Hammerstone Studios in Los Angeles to create a film adaptation of Death Stranding.
With lengthy cut scenes and dramatic expositions, the 2019 action game already provides a cinematic experience, which is likely part of the reason why it isn’t being adapted directly into film.
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According to Variety, the film will introduce new elements and characters into the Death Stranding universe, so we’ll see something new even if they don’t create a completely new story for the big screen.
The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic version of the United States, where invisible creatures known as “Beached Things” appear and cause nuclear bomb-like explosions. Death Stranding was a star-studded production because Kojima cast well-known actors as its characters.
Norman Reedus portrayed the game’s protagonist, Sam Porter Bridges, whom the player controls. The game also features Mads Mikkelsen and Léa Seydoux, as well as Guillermo del Toro’s likeness. It’s unclear whether any of the game’s actors will also appear in the film.
Hideo Kojima and Hammerstone co-founder Alex Lebovici will serve as executive producers on the film. “We are thrilled and honored to be collaborating with brilliant and iconic Hideo Kojima on his first film adaptation,” Lebovici said in a statement.
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“This will be far more intimate and grounded than other big budget tentpole video game adaptations. Our goal is to reimagine what a video game adaptation can be when creative and artistic freedom is given. This will be a genuine ‘Hideo Kojima’ production.”
This announcement follows Kojima’s announcement of Death Stranding 2 at The Game Awards. The upcoming sequel is just as star-studded as the first game, with Norman Reedus reprising his role, Léa Seydoux returning, and Elle Fanning playing an unnamed character.
