Johan Renck to Direct Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed Series

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I’m really excited to hear that Johan Renck, the director behind the incredible Chernobyl miniseries, is going to direct the live-action Assassin’s Creed series on Netflix! He’s a fantastic filmmaker, and I have high hopes for how he’ll bring the world of that popular video game to life.

Director Behind Chernobyl Joins the Project

Director Johan Renck, known for creating suspenseful and immersive experiences, brings his talent to this historical science fiction series. He’s previously directed acclaimed shows like The Last Panthers, Breaking Bad, and The Walking Dead, as well as the 2023 Netflix film Spaceman with Adam Sandler.

His involvement suggests Netflix is committed to making a high-quality version of Assassin’s Creed.

Production and Casting Details

Roberto Patino and David Wiener are the creators and showrunners of the upcoming Assassin’s Creed series. The show is a Netflix production, developed as part of their 2020 agreement with Ubisoft, and will be produced by Gerard Guillemot, Margaret Boykin, Austin Dill, Genevieve Jones from Ubisoft Film & TV, and Matt O’Toole.

Toby Wallace and Lola Petticrew will star in the show, alongside Zachary Hart and Laura Marcus, who will play significant roles.

Filming is scheduled to start in 2026, and Italy has been confirmed as one of the locations. Details about when the story takes place are still being kept secret.

Plot and Franchise Background

This series tells the story of a hidden conflict between two groups: one trying to steer humanity’s destiny through control, and the other battling to preserve individual freedom. The story unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical moments and features new characters not seen in the games.

The series revolves around a hidden conflict between two powerful groups: one that wants to control humanity’s future, and another fighting to protect our freedom. We’ll follow the characters as they navigate important moments in history, all while battling for the fate of humankind.

The popular video game series Assassin’s Creed first launched in 2007 by Ubisoft. With over 230 million copies sold, it’s become one of the best-selling video game franchises ever. The latest installment, Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, was released in 2025, and a movie starring Michael Fassbender premiered in 2016.

Variety first reported on Johan Renck as director.

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2025-12-23 16:01