‘Yellowstone’ Creator and ‘Lone Survivor’ Director Join Forces for Live-Action Adaptation of Gaming Phenomenon
A Call of Duty live-action movie is officially in development — and it’s being helmed by two Hollywood heavyweights. Taylor Sheridan, the acclaimed creator behind Yellowstone and Sicario, has teamed up with Peter Berg, the director of Lone Survivor and Deepwater Horizon, to bring the blockbuster video game franchise to the big screen.
According to reports, Sheridan will pen the script, while Berg is set to direct, marking a reunion for the longtime friends who previously collaborated on the Oscar-nominated film Hell or High Water. The film is a joint venture between Paramount Pictures and Activision, the gaming giant behind the record-breaking Call of Duty series.
While the plot remains under wraps, the project promises to deliver the same adrenaline-fueled action and emotional grit that made the games a cultural phenomenon. Fans can expect a cinematic experience blending military realism with the franchise’s signature intensity.
Sheridan, who recently made headlines for creative clashes with Yellowstone star Kevin Costner, is known for his powerful storytelling and authentic depiction of rugged heroes and moral dilemmas — traits that could translate perfectly into the Call of Duty universe.
Meanwhile, Peter Berg’s background in directing visceral, combat-heavy dramas adds further credibility to the project. His experience crafting high-stakes war sequences makes him a natural fit for adapting one of the world’s most popular first-person shooter franchises.
Though no release date has been confirmed, the film is expected to enter production following Sheridan’s ongoing commitments. His new deal with NBCUniversal is slated to begin in 2029, suggesting that Call of Duty could serve as one of his final major collaborations under the Paramount banner.
With Sheridan’s sharp storytelling and Berg’s action expertise, this Call of Duty movie could finally deliver what fans have long been waiting for — a gritty, cinematic war epic worthy of the franchise’s name.
