George R.R. Martin hints at a potential Elden Ring movie, but his involvement hinges on a significant factor: completing The Winds of Winter.
The author of the A Song of Ice and Fire series, whose world-building heavily influenced Elden Ring, acknowledged discussions about an Elden Ring film adaptation during IGN Fan Fest 2025. This isn't the first such suggestion; FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki has also expressed openness to an adaptation, provided a strong collaborative partner is involved. Miyazaki cited FromSoftware's lack of experience in film production as the reason for needing external expertise.
However, Martin's commitment to finishing his long-awaited novel, The Winds of Winter, presents a potential obstacle. He candidly admitted that his current workload significantly limits his capacity for additional projects. The ongoing delays surrounding The Winds of Winter, spanning over a decade, have led to speculation about its eventual completion. Martin himself acknowledges the significant delay, but remains committed to finishing the book.
Martin detailed his contribution to Elden Ring, focusing on the game's world-building. He collaborated with FromSoftware, developing the history and lore preceding the game's present-day events, including aspects of magic and runes. He described the collaborative process, highlighting the impressive results achieved by FromSoftware. He also suggested that there is unused material from his world-building that could potentially be incorporated into future projects.
The possibility of an Elden Ring movie remains uncertain, dependent on various factors including Martin's availability and the securing of a suitable production partner.
