New Pirate Adventure Video Game Movie Officially Announced From 'Spider-Man' Director

June 23, 2026 - 01:59

A film adaptation of a popular pirate-themed video game has been officially announced, with a director known for his work on the Spider-Man franchise attached to the project. The movie, based on the swashbuckling multiplayer title Sea of Thieves, is now in active development at a major studio. The director, who previously helmed blockbuster superhero films, is set to bring the high-seas adventure to the big screen.

Sea of Thieves, developed by Rare and published by Xbox Game Studios, launched in 2018 and has since built a dedicated player base. The game allows players to form crews, sail ships, hunt for treasure, and battle mythical creatures in a shared open world. The film adaptation is expected to capture the chaotic, cooperative spirit of the game, though specific plot details remain under wraps.

This project is part of a broader push by Xbox to turn its gaming properties into movies and TV shows. Other adaptations currently in the pipeline include a series based on the action-horror game Gears of War and a film tied to the racing franchise Forza Motorsport. The Sea of Thieves movie joins a growing list of video game adaptations that have found success in Hollywood, following hits like The Last of Us and the Super Mario Bros. Movie. No casting announcements or release date have been confirmed yet.