Elden Ring Movie: Amazon MGM Eyes Pay-1 Rights, 180-Page Script Hints at 3-Hour Epic, Twitch Activations Possible

A24's Elden Ring movie, based on FromSoftware's acclaimed game, is generating major industry buzz ahead of its March 2028 release. According to Deadline, Amazon MGM is in talks to acquire Pay-1 streaming rights for numerous international markets in a deal potentially worth tens of millions of dollars. This arrangement would give Amazon exclusive streaming rights after the film's theatrical run, and could include 'interesting activations' on Twitch, leveraging Amazon's gaming-centric platform to engage fans. The film, written and directed by Alex Garland, wrapped filming earlier this year with Industrial Light & Magic handling post-production. The cast includes Kit Connor in the lead, alongside Cailee Spaeny, Ben Whishaw, Tom Burke, Jonathan Pryce, and Nick Offerman. While plot details remain tightly guarded, the movie reportedly features Connor's character battling 'impressive monsters and dragons.' The script is so secretive that A24 is flying staffers to international buyers to oversee in-person readings rather than sending digital copies. Deadline reports the script runs at least 180 pages, suggesting a runtime of around three hours—an epic length that aligns with the game's sprawling world. With a production budget rumored at $200 million, it is A24's most expensive film to date. The studio is reportedly considering franchise potential if the film succeeds, though no sequels are officially planned. For fans and industry watchers, the combination of auteur filmmaking, blockbuster scale, and Amazon's strategic involvement signals a major event in the convergence of gaming and cinema.