Netflix’s Upcoming Sci-Fi Action Show Takes Stealth To A Whole Other Level

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Netflix is creating a TV series based on the popular Assassin’s Creed video games, which could significantly boost their action programming. Although shows like The Night Agent are gaining attention – even competing with Reacher as a favorite for dads – Netflix still needs to improve in other areas of content.

While Prime Video’s Fallout and HBO’s The Last of Us have been huge hits, Netflix is still looking for a live-action video game adaptation with similar critical acclaim. Arcane was well-received, but it was an animated series. The upcoming Assassin’s Creed show has the potential to change that, and address a long-standing issue with the Assassin’s Creed franchise.

Assassin’s Creed’s Upcoming Netflix Show Could Be An Action Masterpiece

The Assassin’s Creed games revolve around a long-running conflict between the Assassins and the Knights Templar. The first five games follow the story of Desmond Miles, a former Assassin. Interestingly, the upcoming Assassin’s Creed series on Netflix will reportedly feature a brand new story within this world, rather than simply retelling the events of the games.

Whether it’s a huge success or a complete failure remains to be seen, but it’s important to remember that players return to the Assassin’s Creed games for more than just the story. These games are well-known for their exciting action sequences, which emphasize both quiet stealth and bold, daring moves.

Similar to the Hitman series, Assassin’s Creed games focus on skillful movement and quiet takedowns, rather than chaotic, violent action often found in first-person shooters. Because of this, the new Assassin’s Creed show on Netflix has the potential to be the most accurate and compelling portrayal of a relentless, highly skilled assassin we’ve seen on screen.

Netflix’s Adaptation Could Redeem 2016’s Disappointing Assassin’s Creed Movie

The new Assassin’s Creed series, starring Lola Petticrew with Noomi Rapace and Sean Harris, could be excellent. Though creator Roberto Patino previously worked on the popular HBO show Westworld, it may be difficult to generate enthusiasm among video game fans until the series actually premieres.

Justin Kurzel, the director of Snowtown, adapted the popular Assassin’s Creed game series into a 2016 film featuring a stellar cast including Michael Fassbender, Jeremy Irons, Marion Cotillard, Brendan Gleeson, and Michael K. Williams. However, despite the talented actors, the movie didn’t succeed with either audiences or critics, making fans hesitant about another film adaptation ten years later.

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2026-04-17 17:58