Elden Ring Film Begins Shooting in UK with Kit Connor and Ben Whishaw
The highly anticipated live-action film adaptation of the critically acclaimed video game Elden Ring has begun shooting across England and Scotland, with a star-studded British cast led by Kit Connor and Ben Whishaw.
Directed by Alex Garland and produced by A24 and DNA Films, the production is one of the most significant film projects currently underway in the United Kingdom. The film is scheduled for release in March 2028 and is expected to be one of the most ambitious video game adaptations ever attempted.
Key Developments
Kit Connor, who rose to international prominence in the Netflix series Heartstopper, has been cast in the lead role. He is joined by Cailee Spaeny and Ben Whishaw, with filming taking place at locations across England and Scotland. The production is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the regions where it is shooting, as well as showcasing the UK's world-class film production infrastructure.
Alex Garland, the British director known for Ex Machina and 28 Days Later, is widely regarded as one of the most talented filmmakers working today. His involvement has generated considerable excitement among both gaming and film enthusiasts, with many hoping he can bring the same thoughtful, atmospheric approach to Elden Ring that he has applied to his previous projects.
Background
Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco, was released in 2022 and became a global phenomenon, winning numerous Game of the Year awards. The game is set in a vast, dark fantasy world and is known for its challenging gameplay and rich, cryptic lore. Adapting it for the screen presents significant creative challenges, given the game's non-linear narrative structure.
The UK and Ireland continue to be among the world's most popular destinations for major film and television productions. Other significant projects currently shooting in the region include a film adaptation of the BBC sitcom Ghosts in Surrey, and Hillside Drive, a coming-of-age story starring Eve Hewson, filming in Dublin and Wicklow.
Why It Matters
The Elden Ring production is a significant vote of confidence in the UK's film industry and its skilled workforce. It also reflects the growing importance of video game adaptations as a major source of content for streaming platforms and cinemas, a trend that shows no signs of slowing.
What's Next
Production is expected to continue through the summer, with post-production work likely to take the project through to late 2027 ahead of its March 2028 release. More from Screen Daily.
