A24’s Elden Ring Movie Costs Nearly $200 Million
A24 is developing an adaptation of FromSoftware’s acclaimed game Elden Ring into a feature film with a projected budget of nearly $200 million, making it the studio’s most expensive production to date. The film is scheduled for release on March 3, 2028.
The budget significantly exceeds A24’s previous record holder, Marty Supreme, which cost approximately $70 million, followed by Civil War at around $50 million. The substantial investment reflects the commercial success and cultural prominence of the source material.
Elden Ring launched in February 2022 and has become a major commercial success, selling over 36 million copies across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. The game is renowned for its challenging difficulty and innovative world-building, with contributions from author George R. R. Martin. Its rapid critical and commercial success demonstrates strong audience interest in the intellectual property.
The fast-tracked adaptation from game release to film development reflects industry momentum toward adapting successful gaming franchises. The project represents a significant financial commitment from A24, with the budget being roughly four times larger than the studio’s previous most expensive film, signaling confidence in the Elden Ring IP’s potential as a cinematic property.