Nearly two decades after the first Assassin’s Creed video game burst onto the scene and changed the landscape for historical action-adventure gaming, the franchise is preparing for one of its most ambitious leaps yet: a live-action series from Netflix. As of March 2026, production has officially begun in Italy, marking a significant milestone for fans who have followed the franchise from its early console days to its present multimedia expansion.
According to Collider, Netflix’s adaptation comes after years of anticipation and speculation. The streaming giant first teased its partnership with Ubisoft, the game’s developer, over five years ago, and now the project is finally taking shape with a star-studded cast and a creative team with serious credentials. Showrunners Roberto Patino and David Wiener, both veterans with experience on acclaimed series like Westworld and Halo, are at the helm, promising to bring the sprawling, time-hopping saga to life in a way that’s never been seen before on television.
The new series is described as a "high-octane thriller centered on the secret war between two shadowy factions — one set on determining mankind’s future through control and manipulation, while the other fights to preserve free will. It follows its characters across pivotal historical events as they battle to shape humanity’s destiny," as reported by ComingSoon. This premise will feel familiar to fans of the games, which have always revolved around the ongoing struggle between the Assassins and the Templars. Yet, the television format is expected to allow for deeper exploration of the franchise’s signature mix of history, conspiracy, and personal drama.
In a significant casting announcement, Netflix revealed four new recurring cast members for the series: Noomi Rapace, Sean Harris, Ramzy Bedia, and Corrado Invernizzi. Rapace, known for her roles in Prometheus and Lamb, brings star power and experience in genre storytelling. Sean Harris, a familiar face from the Mission: Impossible franchise and The Stranger, is also joining the ensemble. French actor-director Ramzy Bedia (Of Money and Blood) and Italian actor Corrado Invernizzi (Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny) round out the newly announced additions. Details about who they’ll be playing remain tightly under wraps, adding to the air of mystery surrounding the production.
These new faces will join previously announced series regulars Lola Petticrew, Toby Wallace, Zachary Hart, Laura Marcus, and Tanzyn Crawford. Each actor brings their own unique background and energy to the project, hinting at a diverse and dynamic cast that could help the series reach both die-hard fans and newcomers alike.
Behind the scenes, the production is shaping up to be a major international effort. Alongside Patino and Wiener, the executive production team includes Gerard Guillemot, Margaret Boykin, Austin Dill, Genevieve Jones from Ubisoft Film & Television, and Matt O’Toole. With Ubisoft’s direct involvement, there’s hope that the show will remain faithful to the spirit and lore of the games, while also delivering the kind of high-quality storytelling that Netflix audiences have come to expect.
For those who have followed Assassin’s Creed since its 2007 debut, the series’ journey to the screen has been a long one. The video game franchise has sold more than 230 million units worldwide, according to ComingSoon, making it one of the best-selling and most influential video game series of all time. Its blend of historical fiction, stealth gameplay, and philosophical intrigue has spawned numerous sequels, spin-offs, and even a previous attempt at live-action adaptation. In 2016, Sony Pictures released a big-budget film starring Michael Fassbender and Jeremy Irons. While it generated considerable buzz, the movie was met with mixed reviews, with many fans and critics feeling that it strayed too far from the source material.
Netflix’s approach, however, seems to be taking those lessons to heart. By opting for a serialized format, the streaming service can delve deeper into the complex mythology and character arcs that have made the games so beloved. The showrunners’ backgrounds in science fiction and world-building are expected to serve the material well, giving the story room to breathe and evolve over multiple episodes and, potentially, seasons.
Production officially began in Italy in March 2026, a location choice that’s both practical and symbolic. Italy has played a central role in the Assassin’s Creed universe, serving as the backdrop for some of the franchise’s most iconic entries, including Assassin’s Creed II and Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood. Shooting in real historical locations could lend the series an authenticity and grandeur that fans have long craved. However, as of now, Netflix has not revealed a specific release date, with most industry insiders expecting the show to debut no earlier than the end of 2027.
Speculation abounds regarding the storylines and historical periods the series might explore. A rumor reported by ComingSoon suggests that the show could venture into previously unexplored eras from the games, with appearances by figures like Emperor Nero. While these details remain unconfirmed, the franchise’s track record of weaving real-world history with fictional intrigue opens up a vast canvas for the writers and directors to play with.
In the meantime, Netflix subscribers have plenty to keep them occupied. Collider notes that the platform’s current hits include the sophomore season of One Piece, a live-action adaptation of the beloved anime, and the latest season of Bridgerton, which continues to dominate streaming charts. On the film side, the sci-fi thriller War Machine, starring Alan Ritchson, is drawing in viewers. But for many, the real anticipation is building for the arrival of Assassin’s Creed, a project that has the potential to redefine what video game adaptations can achieve on the small screen.
As production moves forward in Italy and more details emerge about the cast, story, and creative direction, fans and newcomers alike will be watching closely. If the team behind the series can balance the franchise’s rich lore with compelling new storytelling, Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed could very well become the next must-watch epic — not just for gamers, but for anyone who loves a good, high-stakes adventure.
With a legacy nearly twenty years in the making and a creative team determined to do justice to its source material, the upcoming series looks poised to bring the world of Assassins and Templars to a whole new audience.