Excitement is building for the live-action Assassin's Creed series on Netflix, an ambitious project aiming to translate the beloved video game saga into a new serialized narrative. According to Ubisoft's Fall 2026 Update post, as reported by ScreenRant, filming for the series is very close to wrapping up, signaling a major milestone for the production.
Adding to the buzz, Ubisoft's Head of Content for the Assassin's Creed franchise, Jean Guesdon, recently visited the set in Italy. A behind-the-scenes photo released by Ubisoft shows Guesdon on location, visibly pleased, though strategically positioned behind a wooden board that obscures any potential spoilers. His visit involved consultations with the creative team, providing valuable input on various aspects of the adaptation. While the image offers little in the way of visual clues about the series' setting or characters, it serves as a reassuring sign that development is progressing smoothly and on schedule.
Production for the series primarily takes place at the renowned Cinecittà Studios in Rome. The team is leveraging and expanding an existing Ancient Roman set at the historic studio, a choice that promises to authentically recreate the rustic and often unsettling atmosphere characteristic of the video games. This commitment to an immersive environment suggests a deep understanding of the source material's aesthetic.
Further boosting the project's creative credentials, award-winning composer Hannah Peel has been tapped to score the series. Peel's impressive resume includes work on notable projects such as Insomnia, Rogue Agent, and Game of Thrones: The Last Watch, indicating a strong talent for crafting compelling and atmospheric soundscapes. While specific details about the show's soundtrack remain under wraps, her involvement is a promising development for fans.
The Netflix adaptation, produced by Ubisoft Film & Television, will feature an entirely original storyline rather than directly adapting an existing game plot. The ensemble cast includes Toby Wallace, Lola Petticrew, Zachary Hart, Laura Marcus, Tanzyn Crawford, Claes Bang, and Nabhaan Rizwan. The project was initially announced in 2020 as part of a partnership between Netflix and Ubisoft, officially receiving a greenlight in 2025, with principal photography commencing in Rome in March 2026.
Despite these encouraging updates and the nearing completion of filming, Netflix has yet to announce an official release date for the Assassin's Creed series. Audiences will need to await further announcements for details on when they can finally dive into this new chapter of the iconic franchise.
