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2020 hit stealth-action game Ghosts of Tsushima is getting a movie adaptation from John Wick director Chad Stahelski, and development on the live-action retelling of the story of Jin and his stand against Khotun Khan’s Mongol invaders is well underway. The Ghosts of Tsushima game was a hit for Sony and developer Sucker Punch Entertainment, selling millions of copies in its first months of release. Amidst the slew of upcoming video game movies is a live-action version of Ghosts of Tsushima, and anticipation is already high.
The Ghosts of Tsushima movie was officially confirmed around a year after the game’s release. It’s clear why the game would work well as a live-action film, especially since it already pays homage to movies and cinema (including an optional “Akira Kurosawa” mode that removes color, film grain, and puts the sound through a tinny speaker). The 13th century feudal Japan setting is perfect for an epic historical drama, and those who’ve played through the Ghosts of Tsushima story are already wondering when the release date for the movie adaptation will arrive.
Most Recent Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie News
Chad Stahelski Confirms The Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Script Is Complete
The latest news on the Ghosts of Tsushima movie came in early November 2023 when director Chad Stahelski confirmed the script was ready and that production would be starting soon. Speaking to Screen Rant as part of the Oscar campaign for John Wick: Chapter 4, Stahelski gave the following update on his Ghosts of Tsushima movie project:
We have a script, we’re very close to getting our s–t together on that, as well. Development is always tricky, it’s studios, it’s strikes, and availabilities, and scouting. You have to will things into existence. I think the two things that I am closest and most interested in are Highlander and Ghost of Tsushima. Both amazing, amazing properties, the story of Ghost is, also, one of my favorite properties of all time.
The Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Is Confirmed
The Live-Action Ghosts Of Tsushima Film Is Official
The Ghosts of Tsushima movie is confirmed, with the project officially announced in March, 2021 (via Deadline). John Wick’s Chad Stahelski was revealed as director, and the movie will be produced as a joint effort by PlayStation Productions and Stahelski’s 87Eleven Entertainment. Playstation Production’s Head Asad Qizilbash released a statement when the Ghosts of Tsushima movie was confirmed explaining why Sony were so excited to be working with Stahelski:
We’re excited to be partnering with Chad and 87Eleven Entertainment, to bring their vision of Jin’s story to the big screen. We love working with creative partners like Chad, who have a passion for our games, ensuring we can create rich adaptations that will excite our fans and new audiences.
Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Release Date Prediction
When Is The Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Coming Out?
There’s currently no release date for the Ghosts of Tsushima movie, although in late 2023 it was confirmed by Chad Stahelski that filming and production could begin in the near future (although he didn’t specify a timeframe). Given that the live-action Ghosts of Tsushima movie will be a big-budget historical epic it could take several years to come together. A release date in 2026-2027 is looking like the most probably outcome as of time of writing.
Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Cast
Who Is In The Live-Action Ghosts Of Tsushima?
The cast of the live-action Ghosts of Tsushima movie hasn’t been revealed yet. Comments from Chad Stahelski indicate that the casting process likely hasn’t started yet, however, so it’s possible that some teases or early reveals on who will be playing characters like Jin or Khotun Khan may emerge once development gets properly underway.
However, actor Daisuke Tsuji voiced Jin in the English version of the Ghosts of Tsushima game and provided his likeness for the facial model and motion capture. The actor has been clear that he’d be happy to return to play Jin once again in the live-action Ghosts of Tsushima movie cast (via GamingBible). Many fans of the game online have appeared supportive of the decision, so it’s entirely possible that Daisuke Tsuji could be back to play Jin.
Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Story
Will The Ghosts Of Tsushima Movie Change Anything From The Game?
The script for the Ghosts of Tsushima movie is being written by screenwriter Takeshi Doscher (via Deadline). Ghosts of Tsushima is set in 13th century Japan, on the island of Tsushima. The isle is invaded by the Mongol fleet under the ruthless Khotun Khan (grandson of Genghis Khan). Protagonist Jin is helpless as his family and the rest of Clan Sakai are mercilessly wiped out by the Mongols without honor, and the now-claneless samurai warrior swears his vengeance.
Jin finds that the way of the samurai won’t be sufficient, and taking on Khotun Khan head-on is a fool’s errand. He instead recruits various allies across Tsushima and learns the art of stealth. The Mongols are eventually repelled thanks to Jin’s efforts, although along the way he earns the ire of the Shogun, becoming their sworn enemy despite working with them to liberate their homeland.
The story is an intensely emotional and deep tapestry of betrayal and struggle, with a historical setting and narrative style that directly pays homage to the works of filmmakers such as Akira Kurosawa. It’s expected that the Ghosts of Tsushima movie will directly adapt the story of the games, since it’s the tale of Jin and his defiance of the Mongol invasion that prompted calls for the 2020 hit to get a live-action adaption in the first place.
