Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action film based on the world of CD Projekt Red's 2020 role-playing game, Cyberpunk 2077.
Lorenzo di Bonaventura, known for his work on the Transformers and G.I. Joe film franchises, is set to produce the project. CD Projekt Red is also involved in the production. Details regarding the cast, writers, or director have not yet been announced. It remains unclear whether the film will be a direct adaptation of the game's storyline or an original story set within the Cyberpunk universe, similar to Netflix's animated series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Should the film opt for a direct adaptation, potential casting considerations include Keanu Reeves, who portrayed the pivotal character of Johnny Silverhand in the game. Idris Elba also joined the game's cast for the Phantom Liberty expansion, offering another compelling narrative thread that could be explored, though its suitability as a mainstream entry point for newcomers is uncertain.
CD Projekt Red is concurrently working on the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, currently referred to as Cyberpunk 2. Pre-production for the game has begun, and its release is anticipated after The Witcher 4, potentially not before 2029 or 2030. This projected timeline could align with the film's development, especially given Reeves' expressed interest in reprising his role as Johnny Silverhand in future Cyberpunk games.
The move by Paramount into video game adaptations is notable, with Street Fighter slated for release soon and a Call of Duty movie penned by Taylor Sheridan and directed by Peter Berg scheduled for 2028. This follows Paramount's recent merger with Warner Brothers, expanding its portfolio of intellectual property for potential adaptation.