Sydney Sweeney, the acclaimed star of Madame Web, is set to take on a leading role in the upcoming film adaptation of the hit video game Split Fiction. The project, which is being helmed by the renowned director Jon M. Chu of Wicked fame, has enlisted the talents of Deadpool & Wolverine screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. Spearheaded by Story Kitchen, the video game adaptation specialists behind the successful Sonic films, this promising project is currently being pitched to Hollywood studios, anticipating a competitive bidding war.
While Sweeney's involvement is confirmed, her specific role as either Zoe or Mio remains undecided, adding an element of intrigue to the casting process. Split Fiction, developed by Hazelight and masterminded by designer Josef Fares, has seen remarkable success since its launch in March, selling over 2 million copies within a week. It is also slated to be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Critically acclaimed, Split Fiction earned a stellar 9/10 from IGN, praised for its "expertly crafted co-op adventure that pinballs from one genre extreme to another." This rollercoaster of gameplay and style has captivated audiences and critics alike, making it a prime candidate for cinematic adaptation.
Hazelight's success extends beyond Split Fiction; their 23 million-selling game It Takes Two is also in the process of being adapted into a film, with rumors suggesting that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson may star. Although there's always a chance these projects might not come to fruition, the current boom in successful video game adaptations suggests a strong potential for both Split Fiction and It Takes Two to make a significant impact on the big screen.
Story Kitchen's portfolio continues to expand, with other notable adaptations in development, including Just Cause directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, Dredge: The Movie, Kingmakers, Sleeping Dogs, and even a live-action Toys 'R' Us movie. Meanwhile, Hazelight is already teasing their next exciting project, keeping fans eagerly anticipating what's to come.
Sydney Sweeney is set to star in the Split Fiction movie. Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for CinemaCon.
