Sydney Sweeney Takes Center Stage in Split Fiction Film

Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in Euphoria, is set to headline a new Hollywood film adaptation of the successful cooperative adventure game, Split Fiction. According to Variety, she’ll be working alongside director Jon M. Chu, famed for his work on Wicked, with screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, known for Deadpool and Wolverine, penning the script.

Sweeney will also take on the role of executive producer for the project. Split Fiction tells the story of two writers, Mio and Zoe, who become ensnared in the imaginary realms they’ve created. Details remain scarce regarding which character Sweeney will embody in the movie.

Behind the Scenes: From Game to Film

Following the game’s release in March, Variety highlighted a competitive pursuit among studios to adapt Split Fiction for the big screen. Created by Hazelight Studios, a Swedish indie developer, the game revolves around intense split-screen battles set in alternating sci-fi and fantasy landscapes. Its popularity skyrocketed, with two million copies sold within just one week, likely speeding up its journey to Hollywood.

The adaptation rights were secured by Story Kitchen, a studio with a track record of bringing franchises such as Sonic the Hedgehog and Tomb Raider to life. Although the project is underway, a release date has yet to be announced.