The Long-Awaited Bloodborne Film Adaptation Remains in Development, Fans Rally for Guillermo del Toro to Direct
2025-06-27 00:20:40The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of FromSoftware's gothic masterpiece Bloodborne continues its development journey, according to recent insider reports. While details remain scarce, the gaming community has already begun championing their ideal director for this challenging translation from console to cinema.
Originally released in 2015 as a PlayStation 4 exclusive, Bloodborne transported players to the nightmarish streets of Yharnam, a Victorian-inspired city plagued by a mysterious blood-borne scourge. The game's unique blend of cosmic horror and brutal combat mechanics established it as a standout title in the soulslike genre.
Industry insider DanielRPK, through the Twitter account ScreenTime, revealed that the film adaptation remains active in development, with the production team currently searching for the right director. This news comes years after initial rumors surfaced about the project's existence.
The fan community has overwhelmingly voiced their support for Guillermo del Toro to direct the adaptation. Known for his distinctive gothic visual style in films like Pan's Labyrinth and Crimson Peak, del Toro's aesthetic sensibilities seem perfectly aligned with Bloodborne's haunting atmosphere. Other directors mentioned by fans include Robert Eggers (The Northman), Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House), and surprisingly, Christopher Nolan.