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Death Stranding Live-Action Film Script Nears Completion, Director Says
Director Michael Sarnoski revealed during IGN Live 2026 that the script for the live-action Death Stranding film is almost finished. The film will tell an original story set in the game's world, with possible appearances by game characters.
Reporting from 1 source: 4Gamer.net.
Why it matters
The update confirms the adaptation is moving forward with a completed script and creative buy-in from Kojima and A24, signaling a concrete production phase.
Key Facts
- Director Michael Sarnoski said on the June 7, 2026 IGN Live broadcast that the script for the live-action Death Stranding film is nearing completion.
- The film, produced by A24, will tell an original story set in the game's world while inheriting its themes of connection and self-expression.
- Sarnoski noted that characters from the game may appear in the film.
- Hideo Kojima and A24 have read the script and are reportedly very satisfied, according to Sarnoski.
- Sarnoski, who directed Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One, said the original game's established themes made it easier to create original characters and explore the story further.
A24 and Hideo Kojima have read the script and are reportedly satisfied.
Director Michael Sarnoski said on the June 7 IGN Live 2026 broadcast that the script for the live-action Death Stranding film is nearing completion. The film, produced by A24, will tell an original story set in the game's world while inheriting its themes of connection and self-expression. Sarnoski noted that characters from the game may appear. He said Hideo Kojima and A24 have read the script and are very satisfied, adding that Kojima immediately recognized an homage in the script without explanation. Sarnoski, who directed Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One, said the original game's established themes made it easier to create original characters and explore the story further.
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