Michael Sarnoski Tapped to Helm Live-Action Death Stranding Film

Michael Sarnoski, the acclaimed director behind Pig and A Quiet Place: Day One, is officially set to write and direct the live-action adaptation of Death Stranding! Produced by A24, Kojima Productions, and Square Peg, this film promises to bring Hideo Kojima’s visionary post-apocalyptic world to life on the big screen.

While plot details are still under wraps, fans of the game will recognize the story of reconnecting a fractured America amid supernatural threats. The original game starred Norman Reedus, Léa Seydoux, Mads Mikkelsen, and more — but will they return for the film? Only time will tell.

Plus, with Death Stranding 2: On the Beach launching June 26, 2025, the excitement around the franchise is stronger than ever.

We’re breaking down everything we know about the Death Stranding movie and what this means for Kojima’s expanding cinematic universe!

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