Sony has announced that Jason Momoa will star in an upcoming film adaptation of the video game Helldivers, directed by Justin Lin. The movie is scheduled to hit theaters on November 10, 2027. This project marks Momoa's third video game-based film following roles in Minecraft and the forthcoming Street Fighter reboot.
The Helldivers movie adaptation comes on the heels of the success of Helldivers 2, which launched in 2024 and sold more than 12 million units across PS5 and PC in its first four months. Development on the film began last year, with Columbia Pictures moving quickly to capitalize on the game's popularity in intergalactic warfare and cooperative gameplay. The title draws inspiration from sci-fi elements like those in Starship Troopers, blending action, humor, and themes of player camaraderie.
Jason Momoa, known for his roles in Aquaman and Fast X, takes the lead in this PlayStation Productions and Sony Pictures venture. He previously collaborated with director Justin Lin on Fast X. Producers include Lin, Hutch Parker, and Asad Qizilbash. Momoa has expressed enthusiasm for gaming, having starred as a character in the billion-dollar A Minecraft Movie and set to play Blanka in the Street Fighter film. An earlier attachment to a Just Cause adaptation did not materialize.
The November 10, 2027, release date positions the film in a competitive sci-fi and action slot, though some observers note the timeline—over 18 months from announcement—could challenge the game's ongoing relevance amid evolving shooter trends. Sony's track record with video game films includes the 2022 Uncharted adaptation, described as inoffensive but forgettable, and 2023's Gran Turismo, which was considered merely fine. Other PlayStation projects in development include a Horizon Zero Dawn Netflix series, additional seasons of HBO's The Last of Us, and an Amazon God of War streaming series.
This adaptation aims to capture Helldivers' tone of over-the-top action and satirical elements, with production expected to start soon to meet the deadline.
