Netflix Revives Assassin’s Creed TV Project Years After Ubisoft Partnership

Netflix Revives Assassin’s Creed TV Project Years After Ubisoft Partnership

Back in 2017, the head of content for Assassin’s Creed teased the possibility of a TV adaptation of the popular video game franchise, revealing that it was in early development at Netflix . It wasn’t until a few years later that the two companies officially announced a collaboration to bring both live-action and animated Assassin’s Creed projects to the streaming platform.

For the past five years, however, there has been very little news about this partnership — until now. Netflix has officially confirmed that it has greenlit the series , marking a major step forward in the long-awaited adaptation.

 

📖 Showrunners Announced

In a recent blog post, Netflix revealed that Roberto Patino (Westworld , Sons of Anarchy ) and David Wiener (Halo , The Killing ) will serve as showrunners, creators, and executive producers for the upcoming Assassin’s Creed TV series.

Both creators are known for their storytelling skills and deep understanding of complex narratives. They’ve also expressed their passion for the game, emphasizing the importance of human connections, culture, and history — elements that have long defined the Assassin’s Creed experience across time periods and civilizations.

 

🧩 What We Know So Far

Details about the plot and characters are still scarce, but what has been shared suggests an epic, high-energy thriller centered around the legendary conflict between the Assassins and the Templars .

The series will explore how these two factions clash across history, shaping the fate of humanity through real-world events . The show aims to be both a respectful tribute to the game’s legacy and an accessible entry point for new viewers .

Netflix and Ubisoft are both committed to delivering a story that resonates with longtime fans while drawing in a global audience of millions who may be new to the franchise.

 

🎬 Not the First Adaptation, But a Fresh Start

This won’t be the first time Assassin’s Creed has been adapted for the screen. Back in 2016, a live-action film starring Michael Fassbender was released. While it underperformed critically, it still managed to gross around $250 million worldwide against a $125 million budget .

Still, this new series represents a fresh opportunity to bring the franchise to life in a more faithful and immersive way.