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Prime Video has ordered a live-action series based on the 'Life Is Strange' video game franchise, created by Charlie Covell, which follows a photography student named Max who discovers she can rewind time while investigating a mysterious disappearance in her town. The series will be produced by Amazon MGM Studios and premiere globally on Prime Video.
Amazon is developing a live-action Tomb Raider series starring Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge as creator and showrunner, filming set to begin in January 2026, as part of its expanding lineup of video game adaptations.
Amazon Prime Video's 'Tomb Raider' live-action series is set to begin filming in January 2026, with Sophie Turner cast as Lara Croft. The series, created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge with Chad Hodge as co-showrunner, aims to honor the iconic video game character while delivering new adventures.
Netflix has officially ordered a live-action series based on the popular 'Assassin's Creed' video game franchise, with creators Roberto Patino and David Wiener at the helm. The series will explore the secret war between the Assassins and Templars across different historical periods, emphasizing themes of human connection, identity, and destiny. This marks the first live-action adaptation under the Netflix-Ubisoft partnership, following previous animated projects.
Amazon is releasing a six-episode live-action series based on Sega's Like a Dragon game series, starring Ryōma Takeuchi as Kazuma Kiryu. The series, titled Like a Dragon ~Beyond the Game~, will debut in two batches on October 25 and November 1, with the Western title Like a Dragon: Yakuza releasing on October 24.
Amazon Prime Video has announced a live-action series based on Sega's Like a Dragon (formerly Yakuza) game series, set to release in two batches on October 25 and November 1, 2024. Directed by Masaharu Take and starring Ryoma Takeuchi as Kazuma Kiryu, the series will follow an original story inspired by the first game, focusing on Kiryu and his friends in 1995 and 2005. The show promises intense action scenes and aims to capture the essence of the games while adding new elements for both fans and newcomers.
Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series is undergoing another major change as showrunner Albert Kim departs, with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani stepping in for Season 2. Despite fan divisiveness, the series has been renewed for two additional seasons, and the new showrunners aim to give a fresh take on the beloved show.
Netflix has renewed the live-action series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" for two more seasons, allowing the show to conclude Aang's journey as the Avatar. The decision comes after the series garnered 41.1M views in its first 11 days on the platform. The plan is to film Seasons 2 and 3 in close succession to mitigate the rapid growth of child actors. The show's three-season run will mirror the structure of the original animated series, and the creative team is eager to expand the story based on the success of Season 1.
Netflix's live-action series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" has become a hit with 21.2 million views and top 10 rankings in 92 countries, despite mixed reviews and criticism from fans of the original animated series. The show's success surpasses Netflix's live-action anime adaptation "One Piece" and indicates potential for improvement in future seasons, despite ongoing complaints about writing, cinematography, character changes, and wigs.
Despite Netflix's live-action adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" not surpassing the original animated series, one specific change involving Zuko's storyline is being praised by fans as a clever twist that improves upon the original. In the adaptation, Zuko's crew, who grows resentful of him, discovers that they were the division he saved, a fact that was not revealed to them by Ozai. This merging of storylines is seen as a standout moment in the live-action series, showcasing a rare instance where it does something better than the original.
The showrunner of the Netflix live-action series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" discusses incorporating elements from later seasons of the animated series into the first season of the live-action adaptation, particularly with the introduction of Azula. While the team made sure to stick to the story of the first season, they left the door open to potentially use elements left out of season one in later seasons. The focus has been on completing the first season, with no deliberate plan to look beyond it, and critical reviews for the series have been mixed.
Showrunner Albert Kim discusses the casting process, working with the original creators, and the challenges of bringing the animated series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" to live-action. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in casting and the difficulty of retaining the spirit of the characters while conducting a top-secret casting process. Kim also shares insights into the series' gameplan, including the structure of the first season and the hope to introduce new viewers to the beloved world of Avatar.
Netflix's live-action remake of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its visuals and young cast, while others criticize the performances and lack of emotional depth. The series has been described as both a "beautifully crafted disappointment" and "solid entertainment," with opinions ranging from complimentary to critical. Despite the division in critical opinion, some reviewers acknowledge the show's potential and the love for the source material evident in its production.
The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is set to premiere on Netflix on February 22, 2024, following the story of Aang, the last Air Nomad, as he learns to master all four elements to defeat the Fire Nation. The cast includes Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio Tarbell as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka, and Dallas Liu as Zuko. The first season consists of eight episodes, with each episode averaging around 53 minutes.
The new live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series on Netflix doesn't shy away from depicting the heavy themes of war and imperialism, with actors emphasizing the intentional decision not to "water down" the graphic portrayals. The show aims to explore the complexities of intra-regional politics and the devastating impact of warfare, including an explicit depiction of the eradication of the Air Nomads. The series, set to debut on Thursday, is described as a remix of the original animated show, with a focus on timely themes of power imbalance and the consequences of seeking power without responsibility.