Hideo Kojima’s ‘Death Stranding’ is expanding beyond gaming with not one, but two movie adaptations. While the A24 live-action film has already been announced, a second project—a feature-length animated movie—is now in development. This new adaptation will explore an original story set within the eerie, post-apocalyptic world of ‘Death Stranding’, offering fans a fresh perspective on Kojima’s universe.
What we know about the animated ‘Death Stranding’ movie
The animated film is being developed by Kojima Productions in collaboration with Line Mileage, with Aaron Guzikowski—the writer behind ‘Raised by Wolves’ and ‘Prisoners’—penning the screenplay. Unlike the live-action adaptation, which is expected to follow the events of the game, the animated movie will introduce new characters and narratives, expanding the lore beyond Sam Porter Bridges’ journey.
Guzikowski expressed his excitement about working on the project, stating:
“I love the world of ‘Death Stranding’—it’s so creatively freeing, so beautifully dark and yet hopeful. I’m honored that Hideo Kojima has invited me to dwell within his creation and birth new stories into this mind-bending universe.”
How does this compare to the A24 live-action film?
While the A24 adaptation, directed by Michael Sarnoski (‘Pig’, ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’), aims to bring Kojima’s vision to life in a cinematic, grounded format, the animated film will take a more stylized approach, potentially leaning into the surreal and unsettling aspects of the ‘Death Stranding’ universe.
- Live-action film: Expected to follow the core story of the game, featuring familiar characters.
- Animated film: Will introduce new narratives and expand the lore beyond the events of the game.
- Different tones: The animated movie is described as adult-oriented, similar to recent animated adaptations like ‘Predator: Killer of Killers’ and the upcoming ‘John Wick’ animated prequel.
What this means for the future of ‘Death Stranding’
With ‘Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’ set to release soon, these adaptations signal Kojima Productions’ ambition to turn ‘Death Stranding’ into a full-fledged multimedia franchise. If both films succeed, we could see even more expansions—perhaps even a third movie or a TV series exploring different aspects of the universe.
Two ‘Death Stranding’ movies—one live-action, one animated—mean fans will get two unique interpretations of Kojima’s haunting world. Whether you prefer the cinematic realism of A24’s adaptation or the stylized storytelling of the animated film, there’s plenty to look forward to. With Kojima’s creative vision guiding both projects, the ‘Death Stranding’ universe is about to become even more immersive.
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