Hollywood Is Trying Again To Make A Metal Gear Solid Movie
Sony has signed a first-look deal with filmmakers Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to develop a Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation. The directing duo, known for the 2024 hit Final Destination: Bloodlines, will lead the project through their newly formed production company, Wonderlab. The deal, announced on April 9, covers multiple upcoming projects, with the Metal Gear Solid adaptation among the planned films.
This represents another attempt by Hollywood to bring Hideo Kojima’s iconic stealth-action franchise to the big screen. The property has been in development limbo for approximately two decades, with initial movie announcements dating back over 20 years. The track record of video game film adaptations remains mixed, with several high-profile projects—including Just Cause (announced 2011) and Splinter Cell (in development since 2005)—never reaching production. Recent successes in game-to-film adaptations, however, have renewed studio interest in the medium.
While the deal represents a formal commitment from Sony, development announcements do not guarantee a film will actually be made. The project must navigate typical Hollywood production challenges including script development, budget considerations, and balancing creative vision with commercial appeal. The adaptation’s success will largely depend on whether the filmmakers can capture the essence of the franchise while appealing to both longtime fans and mainstream audiences.