Exclusive: Borderlands Movie's Unveiling of Release Date Finally Emerges 2 Years After Completion of Highly-Anticipated Video Game Adaptation

The long-awaited release date for the Borderlands movie has been announced, bringing the world of Pandora to the big screen. This upcoming adaptation of the popular Gearbox Software game franchise will follow the story of Lilith, a notorious outlaw who assembles a team of misfit characters in her quest to find the missing daughter of the influential Atlas and safeguard her, as she possesses an immense source of power. Leading the stellar cast of the Borderlands movie is Cate Blanchett, joined by the likes of Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Hart, Ariana Greenblatt, Jack Black, and Florian Munteanu, among others. Lionsgate has unveiled the release date of the Borderlands movie, just a little over two years after production concluded on the video game adaptation.

Will Borderlands Be The Next Video Game Adaptation Hit?

While avid fans of the source material are eagerly awaiting its release, there is uncertainty surrounding whether the Borderlands movie will follow in the footsteps of recent successful video game adaptations. The involvement of notable industry professionals adds to the anticipation, with director Eli Roth's background in the grindhouse genre aligning well with the essence of the Gearbox games. Additionally, Craig Mazin's accomplishment in bringing The Last of Us to life alongside Neil Druckmann showcases his competence in adapting games into compelling narratives.

Despite some initial skepticism surrounding the Borderlands movie, including reports of reshoots and multiple writers contributing to the script, there is still potential for success. While the development and production process may pose challenges for the movie's coherence, it faces minimal competition at the box office, with only Captain America: Brave New World and the next Alien movie as major releases around the same time. Moreover, considering the success of previous adaptations like Mortal Kombat, which overcame mixed reviews to become a hit, Borderlands could still attract audiences and contribute to the genre's continued success.

Source: Lionsgate