Reports indicate that acclaimed actor Nick Offerman has joined the cast of Alex Garland’s upcoming film adaptation of the hugely popular video game, Elden Ring.
This role will mark Offerman’s second venture into video game adaptations, following his memorable performance in the critically acclaimed HBO series The Last of Us.
Journalist Jordan Ruimy from World of Reel first revealed the news, stating that Offerman is officially part of the Elden Ring production, which is being directed by the visionary filmmaker Alex Garland. According to Ruimy, the actor has already arrived in Scotland, where principal photography for the movie is scheduled to commence later this week.
Offerman himself had previously hinted at his involvement in a new project with Garland. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he spoke about undergoing intensive physical and vocal training in preparation for an upcoming film by the director. While his comments at the time did not explicitly name Elden Ring, this new information appears to confirm the connection between his preparations and the highly anticipated game adaptation.
Ruimy further suggested that additional cast members for the film might be announced in the coming days. Earlier reports have also linked actors such as Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw, and Cailee Spaeny to potential roles in the adaptation, building excitement for what promises to be a star-studded ensemble.