George R. R. Martin, the acclaimed writer behind *Game of Thrones* and co-creator of *Elden Ring*, has expressed his optimism regarding the upcoming film adaptation of the hit video game. Martin recently shared his thoughts on his personal blog, voicing enthusiasm about the project being directed by Alex Garland, known for his work on critically acclaimed films such as *Ex Machina*, *Civil War*, and *Annihilation*.
Martin praised Garland as a "first-rate director" and described production company A24 as "kickass," clearly showing his confidence in the creative team behind the *Elden Ring* movie. He concluded his post with a hopeful tone, embedding a YouTube video titled *"Why the Elden Ring Movie WON’T SUCK,"* suggesting he believes this film has the potential to truly resonate with fans and newcomers alike.
No Confirmation of Martin’s Involvement
Despite his excitement, there has been no indication that Martin himself will be directly involved in the film's development. The author is currently occupied with multiple projects, including an animated retelling of *Hercules*, which was announced just last month. This new venture has once again stirred mixed reactions from *Game of Thrones* fans still eagerly awaiting *Winds of Winter*, the long-delayed sixth installment in Martin’s *A Song of Ice and Fire* series.
Acknowledging the fanbase's frustrations, Martin recently responded to the backlash, admitting that "some of you will just be pissed off by this" and noting that many fans have "given up" on him ever completing the next book—let alone the final novel in the saga.
Elden Ring Film Still Shrouded in Mystery
As for the *Elden Ring* movie itself, details remain scarce. It is reportedly in early development, with no official release date or production start date announced yet. However, insiders suggest that Alex Garland is interested in reuniting with actor Kit Connor—known for his roles in *Heartstopper* and *Warfare*—for what could be a pivotal role in the film.
George R.R. Martin remains cautiously optimistic about the future of the *Elden Ring* adaptation. Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images.
With *Winds of Winter* still without a confirmed release date and now over 14 years removed from the publication of *A Dance with Dragons* in 2010, Martin continues to balance high expectations with creative ambition across multiple platforms and genres.
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