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Paramount Pictures and Activision have officially assembled an A-list creative team for the long-awaited Call of Duty movie, with Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan and acclaimed director Peter Berg joining forces to bring one of the world’s biggest gaming franchises to the big screen.

From Console to Cinema

Following a landmark deal between Paramount and Activision in September, the Call of Duty film is now moving full steam ahead. The collaboration will see Sheridan and Berg co-write and produce the project, with Berg also stepping into the director’s chair.

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is handling production and distribution for the live-action adaptation. The studio says the movie will capture the signature intensity, realism, and action that have made Call of Duty a household name while expanding its universe for both long-time fans and new audiences.

David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, expressed his excitement about the project, saying:

“Being entrusted by Activision and players worldwide to bring this extraordinary storytelling universe to the big screen is both an honour and a responsibility that we don’t take lightly. We’re approaching this film with the same commitment that guided Top Gun: Maverick, ensuring it meets the high standards fans deserve.”

A Perfect Match for Military Storytelling

Berg and Sheridan aren’t strangers to military dramas. Berg is best known for Lone Survivor, Patriots Day, and Deepwater Horizon, all films that showcased gritty, grounded portrayals of heroism under fire. Sheridan, meanwhile, is behind the hit series Lioness, Tulsa King, and 1883, and was nominated for an Academy Award for his Hell or High Water screenplay.

The duo also share a long professional friendship, previously collaborating on Hell or High Water and Wind River. Their proven ability to combine character-driven storytelling with raw, cinematic realism makes them an ideal fit for a Call of Duty adaptation.

Honouring the Franchise’s Legacy

Activision President Rob Kostich emphasised that the film will stay true to what fans love most about the games.

“Throughout its history, Call of Duty has captured imaginations with incredible action and intense stories. With Paramount, we’ve found a fantastic partner to take that visceral, breathtaking action to the big screen.”

While plot details are still under wraps, fans have already begun speculating about whether the film will adapt iconic campaigns from Modern Warfare or Black Ops. Many are hoping to see fan-favourite characters like Captain Price, Ghost, and Soap come to life in a faithful adaptation.

The Franchise’s Global Reach

Since its debut in 2003, Call of Duty has become one of the most successful video game franchises of all time. It has been the No. 1 best-selling series in the U.S. for 16 consecutive years, selling more than 500 million copies worldwide. Its mix of gripping single-player campaigns and blockbuster multiplayer modes has kept players engaged for over two decades.

The film announcement comes as Activision celebrates a packed year for the franchise, including the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and the Call of Duty Mobile World Championship 2025, which runs from November 7–9 in Katowice, Poland.

What’s Next for Sheridan and Berg

Beyond Call of Duty, both filmmakers have busy schedules ahead. Berg recently wrapped The Mosquito Bowl, a World War II drama for Netflix, and continues to executive produce a reboot of Friday Night Lights. Sheridan, meanwhile, is developing multiple projects under his new five-year deal with NBCUniversal, including Landman Season 2 and the upcoming thriller F.A.S.T., slated for release in 2027.

With their shared passion for grounded, high-stakes storytelling, Sheridan and Berg are set to deliver a Call of Duty adaptation that could finally break the curse of underwhelming video game movies, and set a new benchmark for the genre.