One of the beloved series among gamers, 'Watch Dogs,' is making its way to the silver screen. First released in 2014, the popular video game franchise is now being adapted into a film. With Sophie Wilde taking the lead role and French filmmaker Mathieu Turi directing, let's dive into the details of this exciting project:
Ubisoft's acclaimed video game series, 'Watch Dogs,' is transitioning from the realm of gaming to the world of cinema. Launched in 2014, this action-adventure series has expanded with a sequel in 2016 and a third installment titled 'Legion' in 2020.
The film adaptation stars Sophie Wilde, known for her role in the 2021 A24 production 'Talk to Me,' which earned her a BAFTA nomination. Wilde is recognized for her work in productions like 'Boy Swallows Universe' and 'The Portable Door.' Directing the film is Mathieu Turi, renowned for his work on films such as 'Meander,' 'Hostile,' and 'Gueules noires.'
The screenplay is penned by Christie LeBlanc, known for Netflix's 'Oxygen,' and Victoria Bata. With their combined talent, the creative team aims to bring the rich narrative and dystopian universe of the 'Watch Dogs' game series to life on the big screen.
While the plot of the film remains shrouded in mystery, the expansive storyline and dystopian setting of the 'Watch Dogs' game series provide an excellent foundation for the film. The series revolves around computer hackers fighting against corruption within the fictional computer network ctOS.
The first game in the series follows Aidan Pierce's quest for vengeance, while the second installment delves into the adventures of the hacker group DedSec. The third game, 'Legion,' shifts the focus to DedSec members fighting for freedom in a dystopian London.