Kit Connor Eyed for Elden Ring Movie Role

The Elden Ring movie, directed by Alex Garland, may see a reunion between the filmmaker and Warfare star Kit Connor, according to reports. A24 and Bandai Namco are behind the adaptation of the critically acclaimed 2022 RPG, and Garland is reportedly interested in casting Connor in a key role, though no formal offer has been extended yet.

The news, first reported by Deadline and confirmed by Variety, highlights a potential collaboration between Garland and Connor, who recently starred in the intense war drama Warfare. The film, released last month, follows a group of U.S. Navy SEALs caught in a deadly firefight in Iraq and showcased Connor’s dramatic range in a high-stakes environment.

Kit Connor is widely recognized for his roles in Heartstopper, His Dark Materials, and Rocketman. He has also lent his voice to major video game titles such as A Plague Tale: Requiem, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and Dreams, making him a fitting candidate for a project rooted in a richly layered gaming universe.

Details about the Elden Ring movie’s plot remain under wraps, and it’s currently unknown how Connor’s character might fit into the dark fantasy world co-created by Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin. The Lands Between is a realm steeped in myth and mystery, and the film aims to honor its complex lore and atmospheric depth.

Garland, known for Ex Machina and Civil War, was officially announced as the director and screenwriter last week. He will helm both the creative vision and narrative structure of the film. George R. R. Martin returns as a producer, working alongside Peter Rice, Andrew Macdonald, and Allon Reich from DNA Films.

While fans will have to wait for casting confirmations and a release date, anticipation continues to build. In the meantime, you can explore how the FromSoftware community responded to the announcement of the Elden Ring movie.