Helldivers Film Adds Fast and Furious Director, It Writer

Insider Gaming
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 23:07:20 +0000

Justin Lin, known for directing several Fast and Furious films, will direct the live-action adaptation of the video game Helldivers for Sony Pictures. The script is written by Gary Dauberman, recognized for his work on horror films like It and Annabelle. The film will focus on a squad of elite Helldivers battling various creatures and exploring themes of humanity within the game's universe. Further details on casting and crew are yet to be announced.

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Sony's Helldivers video game franchise is being adapted into a movie directed by Justin Lin, known for his work on several Fast & Furious films. Screenwriter Gary Dauberman, recognized for the It and Annabelle films, is also attached to the project. Lin aims to explore the humanity of the characters while building a rich world. The first Helldivers game launched in 2015, with the successful sequel, Helldivers 2, available on multiple platforms.

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Justin Lin will direct a film adaptation of Arrowhead Game Studios' Helldivers franchise, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The screenplay is written by Gary Dauberman, known for his work on horror films. The movie was announced at Sony's CES 2025 press conference, following the success of Helldivers 2, which sold over 12 million copies in its first 12 weeks after launching in February 2024.

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Justin Lin, known for directing multiple Fast & Furious films, will direct the upcoming Helldivers movie adaptation from Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions. Although not a gamer, Lin aims to explore the humanity of characters and develop a rich mythology. Gary Dauberman, recognized for horror films like It, will write the script. The Helldivers film was announced in January, alongside a Horizon Zero Dawn adaptation, with limited involvement from Arrowhead Game Studios. A fan-made Helldivers film is also available on YouTube.

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Justin Lin, known for directing Fast & Furious, will helm the movie adaptation of the co-op shooter Helldivers, with a script by Gary Dauberman, famous for It and Annabelle. The film, produced by Sony Pictures and PS Productions, is expected to draw inspiration from Starship Troopers, blending comedy, action, and potential horror elements. Lin aims to expand the franchise's narrative and explore character depth. No casting or release date has been announced yet.

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Justin Lin, known for directing Fast and Furious films, will direct and produce the upcoming Helldivers movie for Sony, with Gary Dauberman as the writer. Lin aims to explore the humanity of the characters while incorporating timely themes. The film is part of a broader initiative by Sony to adapt its game franchises into visual media, including a Horizon movie and a Ghost of Tsushima anime. No release date has been announced yet.

2025-12-02 | Game Informer: Helldivers Movie Lands Fast & Furious Director Justin Lin

Justin Lin, known for his work on the Fast & Furious franchise, will direct a film adaptation of the video game Helldivers, produced by Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions. The script is written by Gary Dauberman, who has experience with video game adaptations. Helldivers, which features soldiers from Super Earth battling alien threats, has no set release date. Helldivers 2 is set to launch on PlayStation 5 in 2024.