Phasmophobia Movie in Development from Blumhouse and Atomic Monster

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The game “Phasmophobia,” which was first released in early access in 2020, has been a major hit and has scared players for almost five years. Now, it looks like the terror of “Phasmophobia” will soon extend to moviegoers as well. Developer Kinetic Games has teamed up with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster to create a live-action film based on the game. In a recent press release, Daniel Knight, director and lead developer of Kinetic Games, discussed the partnership with these two companies and what it means for the future.

We’re overjoyed to formally declare that a movie based on Phasmophobia is being made – this is a significant milestone for our entire team at Kinetic, and it signals the beginning of something truly remarkable,” shared Knight. “Five years ago, we never thought our game would achieve such lofty heights, and we’re deeply appreciative of our incredible community for the enduring influence Phasmophobia has had in the gaming world and beyond. Collaborating with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster heralds an extraordinary new phase for the game, and we can hardly wait to reveal more as the project progresses.

Currently, there’s not much information available about the upcoming Phasmophobia movie. No release date, plot details, or casting announcements have been made, implying that the production might still be in its infancy. As more updates roll in over the next few months, we should gain a clearer understanding of the film’s progress and creative direction. Given that Phasmophobia is primarily a multiplayer game without a central narrative, adapting it for the big screen could prove to be an interesting endeavor, as it requires maintaining authenticity to the source material.

As a game enthusiast and Phasmophobia fanatic, the idea of a movie based on this spine-chilling game might seem unconventional, but Blumhouse’s track record of successfully adapting video games into terrifying films, like Five Nights at Freddy’s, gives me hope. In an interview with Discussing Film last summer, Blumhouse founder Jason Blum expressed his eagerness to discover more popular games that could be transformed into horrifying cinematic experiences. Given this, Phasmophobia appears to be a perfect candidate for the studio’s attention.

It’s worth mentioning that Blum’s comments were made several months before the launch of Five Nights at Freddy’s in 20XX, when its eventual success was still uncertain. The film became the highest-earning horror movie of 2023 and a sequel is scheduled for release later this year. Given its box office performance, it’s not surprising that more horror adaptations from Blumhouse, including Phasmophobia, are in development. While Phasmophobia doesn’t have the same massive fanbase as Five Nights at Freddy’s yet, it has been quite successful for the past five years. Whether this success will translate to box office earnings is something we’ll have to wait and see.

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2025-06-04 08:09