Sun Dec 07 09:00:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the text, focusing on the trend of video game adaptations in Hollywood:

Headline: Video Game Adaptations Level Up: From “Five Nights at Freddy’s” to “Zelda,” Hollywood Bets Big on Gaming’s IP

Hollywood is doubling down on video game adaptations, with a wave of new projects poised to hit theaters and streaming services in the coming years. Following the success of films like 2023’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” studios are increasingly looking to gaming’s vast library of intellectual property for the next big hit.

This weekend sees the release of a sequel to “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” continuing the creepy animatronic horror that resonated with audiences. The film sees the return of Josh Hutcherson, Piper Rubio and Matthew Lillard. Mckenna Grace and Wayne Knight are new to the franchise.

While not all adaptations have been critical darlings – “Borderlands,” “Uncharted,” and the “Tomb Raider” reboot faced challenges – the potential for massive box office returns is keeping Hollywood invested. Some industry observers even suggest video game IP is poised to supplant superheroes as the dominant force in entertainment.

A look at upcoming adaptations:

  • “Return to Silent Hill”: Director Christophe Gans returns to the world of “Silent Hill,” adapting “Silent Hill 2” with Jeremy Irvine starring as James Sunderland. Slated for 2026 is a new “Resident Evil” movie helmed by “Weapons” director Zach Cregger.
  • “The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2”: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, and newcomer Brie Larson (as Rosalina) are back for a new Mario adventure.
  • “Mortal Kombat 2”: Karl Urban enters the “Mortal Kombat” world as Johnny Cage.
  • “Duke Nukem”: Jason Momoa and more star in a live-action take on the legendary game.
  • “Angry Birds 3”: The birds return in a threequel.
  • “Minecraft 2”: Warner Bros. has greenlit a sequel to the box office smash “Minecraft,” with Jared Hess returning to direct and Jason Momoa and Jack Black reprising their roles.
  • “The Legend of Zelda”: A live-action “Zelda” film is in development, to be directed by Wes Ball.
  • “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu 2”: A sequel is reportedly in the works.

  • “God of War Ragnarok”: Amazon Studios is developing a two-season television series based on the critically acclaimed game.

The article continues, “With a mix of sequels and fresh adaptations, Hollywood is hoping to level up its box office numbers by tapping into the dedicated fan bases and rich narratives of the video game world.”

Note: Warner Bros. Discovery, parent company of CNN, is involved in the production and distribution of some of the films mentioned in this article.

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