Call of Duty movie nearly had a huge director lined up

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6 Sep 2025 • 2:21 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Steven Spielberg reportedly pitched to direct a film adaptation of Activision's Call of Duty video game franchise.
  • Activision declined Spielberg's offer, reportedly due to his insistence on having complete control over the project, including final cut and production.
  • Had the deal proceeded, Universal Studios would have produced the film; however, it is now being produced by Paramount.
  • The Call of Duty franchise is one of the most popular media franchises globally, having sold over 500 million copies since 2003.
  • Production for the Call of Duty film has not yet begun, with the cast and director still unconfirmed.

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