Bloober Team's acclaimed horror video game The Medium is being adapted into a film, with Gary Dauberman, known for writing It and Annabelle, on board as producer. Dauberman plans to partner with Mia Maniscalco from Coin Operated, his production company, to bring this chilling narrative to the big screen. He praised the game's gripping story and cinematic aesthetics as ideal for a film adaptation. The initial progress includes searching for a suitable writer and director, and both Dauberman and Bloober CEO Piotr Babieno express enthusiasm about collaborating to push the horror genre forward in innovative ways. The Medium’s unique premise, where players navigate through two interconnected realms, is sure to intrigue horror fans.
When will The Medium movie be released?The release date for The Medium movie has not yet been announced as the adaptation is still in the early stages of development and a writer and director have yet to be confirmed.
The Medium was released in 2021 and stands out in the psychological horror genre, featuring a protagonist who can transition between two hauntingly different worlds. This game has garnered praise for its stunning visuals and thought-provoking narrative, contributing to Bloober Team's reputation as a key player in the horror game landscape. Following this film adaptation news, fans are also eager for Bloober's upcoming release, Cronos: The New Dawn, which promises to draw on elements from classic survival horror games.
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Gary Dauberman’s track record with horror makes him a great fit, but I’m really curious how they’ll translate the game’s dual-reality mechanic without losing its psychological depth.
The Medium’s haunting atmosphere was its strongest suit—here’s hoping the film captures that same unsettling vibe instead of just banking on shock value.
Gary Dauberman’s involvement is a solid choice—his horror chops could really amplify The Medium’s eerie dual-reality premise. That said, I hope the film keeps the game’s slow-burn tension instead of just leaning into jump scares.
The game’s visuals were already cinematic, so translating that to film could be amazing if they nail the atmosphere. Fingers crossed they don’t rush development and lose what made the story so compelling.