Netflix has made significant strides in the development of its live-action adaptation of the popular video game series, Assassin’s Creed. The streaming giant has announced that Toby Wallace will take on the co-lead role in this highly anticipated series, marking an important update since the project was first revealed in 2020.
The series, a collaboration with video game studio Ubisoft, has experienced a slow rollout of information since its inception. While updates have been sparse, news of Wallace’s casting provides a glimmer of hope for fans eager to see how the beloved franchise will transition to the small screen.
Character and Production Details
Although specific details about Wallace’s character remain under wraps, the show is expected to follow the longstanding conflict between the Assassins and the Templars, central to the original video game narrative. Unlike the games, the series will introduce original characters, allowing for new storylines and developments.
Wallace, known for his role as Campbell Eliot in the 2019 Netflix teen drama The Society, has built an impressive portfolio since then. He has appeared in films such as The Bikeriders and Finestkind, and portrayed guitarist Steve Jones in the 2022 FX miniseries Pistol. Additionally, he is set to star in the upcoming season three of Euphoria, which is scheduled to premiere in 2026.
The creative team behind the series includes showrunners Roberto Patino and David Wiener, who aim to bring a fresh perspective to the franchise. Filming is slated to commence in Italy in 2026, with the country expected to serve as a key backdrop for the series. While the exact time period of the show’s setting has yet to be disclosed, there is speculation that it may draw inspiration from the events of Assassin’s Creed II, which was set during the Italian Renaissance.
As anticipation builds for this adaptation, fans and newcomers alike will be watching closely for further updates. With Wallace in a leading role and the production team in place, Netflix aims to deliver a compelling interpretation of the beloved franchise that resonates with a global audience.
