FX Greenlights Far Cry TV Adaptation Led by Noah Hawley and Rob McElhenney

A New Anthology Series Concept

It seems there's an ever-shrinking list of video game franchises not being transformed into television series, and 'Far Cry' has now joined the ranks. Ubisoft has confirmed prior leaks regarding this adaptation, announcing that it will be a collaborative effort by Noah Hawley, known for 'Alien: Earth,' and Rob McElhenney of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' fame. FX is set to produce the series, with streaming available on Hulu in the United States.

Reflective of the games, each installment in the 'Far Cry' series is self-contained, narratively unconnected, notwithstanding dedicated fans' attempts to find links. Similarly, the upcoming TV show aims to introduce fresh stories and characters with every season.

In a press briefing, Hawley expressed his enthusiasm for the 'Far Cry' universe as an anthology. He compared its thematic variations from game to game to the diverse seasons of 'Fargo.' He relayed his excitement to create an action-packed show that evolves annually, exploring the complexities of humanity through a lens of chaos and ambition. He looks forward to blending his vision with McElhenney's to deliver a unique and irreverent cinematic experience.

Far Cry's Television Journey

The idea of bringing 'Far Cry' to screens isn't entirely novel. Back in 2013, the 'Blood Dragon' expansion of 'Far Cry 3' informed the creation of a Netflix animated series, 'Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix,' in 2023. While chaotic action and Ubisoft character cameos linked the animation to 'Far Cry' lore, the connection wasn't overtly apparent.

Recently, reports have surfaced that Noah Hawley entered a prolonged agreement with Disney to produce for their subsidiaries, including Hulu. Besides 'Far Cry,' he is expected to lead the second season of 'Alien: Earth,' anticipated to commence production in London by 2026.

Ubisoft's Strategic Television Expansion

Ubisoft is strategically heightening awareness of its diverse game franchises via television adaptations. Among these, 'Assassin's Creed' finally began production after a deal struck five years back, and an animated 'Splinter Cell' debuted in October to positive reviews.

The last entry to join the 'Far Cry' catalog was 'Far Cry 6' in 2021, showcasing Giancarlo Esposito portraying the authoritarian character Aston Castillo.