“The film will honor and expand upon what has made this franchise great in the first place, and we cannot wait to get started.”
Activision and Paramount have officially announced a Call of Duty movie. With over 500 million copies sold worldwide and 16 years as the top-selling video game series in the US, Call of Duty is primed for the big screen.
What is the Call of Duty movie about?
According to the announcement, the Call of Duty movie will be a live-action one. It will also feature "hallmarks of what fans love about the iconic series," and both Activision and Paramount will aim for an authentic and exciting experience for both old fans and newcomers.
Call of Duty movie release date
As of Sept. 2, a Call of Duty movie release date has not been revealed yet. However, we'll update you once that information becomes available.
Activision and Paramount announce Call of Duty movie
Paramount will develop, produce, and distribute a live-action Call of Duty movie. David Ellison, the chairman and CEO of Paramount, also promised fans that his team will apply the same commitment to excellence like with Top Gun: Maverick.
"As a lifelong fan of Call of Duty, this is truly a dream come true," Ellison said. "From the first Allied campaigns in the original Call of Duty, through Modern Warfare and Black Ops, I’ve spent countless hours playing this franchise that I absolutely love."
He continued, noting that bringing Call of Duty to the big screen is an honor and a major responsibility. "I can promise that we are resolute in our mission to deliver a cinematic experience that honors the legacy of this one-in-a-million brand – thrilling longtime fans of Call of Duty while captivating a whole new generation," he added.
Rob Kostich, the president of Activision, shared some thoughts as well. He noted how Call of Duty has always delivered intense stories and action that united millions of players worldwide. With Paramount, Activision wants to bring the action to the big screen, honoring the franchise, and create a blockbuster experience. Kostich also emphasized that the movie will be for old and new fans alike.
"Our shared goal is quite simple — to create an unforgettable blockbuster movie experience that our community loves, and one that also excites and inspires new fans of the franchise," he said.
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