Taylor Sheridan and Peter Berg Unite for Call of Duty Film Adaptation

After more than a decade of silence, the long-rumoured Call of Duty movie is finally gaining traction. As one of gaming’s most iconic and cinematic franchises, Call of Duty has long felt destined for the big screen, yet its Hollywood adaptation has remained stuck in development since 2011.

That’s now changing, as Activision and Paramount Pictures officially move forward with production, assembling a creative team that could finally do the series justice.

Sheridan and Berg Lead the Charge

Two powerhouse names have been confirmed for the project as reported by Deadline. Taylor Sheridan, the acclaimed writer behind Sicario, Hell or High Water, and the hit series Yellowstone, will pen the screenplay. Peter Berg, known for Lone Survivor and Friday Night Lights, will direct and co-write the film.

Both filmmakers bring an authentic understanding of military drama and tactical realism, traits that align perfectly with the series’ grounded tone and intense battlefield storytelling.

Sheridan’s writing is often marked by moral ambiguity and sharp, character-driven tension, while Berg’s direction captures the chaos and camaraderie of modern warfare. Together, they’re aiming to translate Call of Duty’s cinematic DNA into a compelling live-action experience.

Story and Setting Remain Under Wraps

So far, Activision and Paramount have kept plot details under tight control. It’s unclear whether the movie will adapt a specific subseries like Modern Warfare or Black Ops, or whether it will introduce an original story within the franchise’s universe.

However, the combined pedigree of Sheridan and Berg suggests a more grounded military thriller, one focused on realism and the human cost of combat, rather than bombastic spectacle.

A Decade in Development Hell

The Call of Duty movie has been discussed since 2011, with multiple studios and producers expressing interest over the years. Previous plans even proposed a shared cinematic universe inspired by the games, but those ambitions quietly faded.

Now, with Paramount officially backing the project and Sheridan and Berg steering its creative vision, the adaptation finally has a clear path forward.

No Release Date Yet

The film is still in early production, with no confirmed cast or release date. However, with Activision and Paramount committed to the project, fans can expect development to accelerate throughout 2026.