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Lin Tapped for Helldivers Action Flick
2 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Justin Lin will direct the Helldivers movie adaptation.
- Gary Dauberman penned the screenplay for the film.
- Helldivers 2 sold over 12 million units by early 2025.

Acclaimed director Justin Lin is slated to helm the movie adaptation of the popular video game "Helldivers," a joint venture by PlayStation Productions and Sony Pictures. Gary Dauberman has crafted the screenplay for this highly anticipated film. The "Helldivers" franchise has seen immense success, with its sequel, "Helldivers 2," selling over 12 million units globally by early 2025 on PS5 and PC.
The game itself is celebrated for its emphasis on teamwork, camaraderie, and intense action, centered around elite soldiers known as Helldivers who defend Super Earth from alien threats. The recent expansion of "Helldivers 2" to Xbox has further bolstered its performance, underscoring the franchise's broad appeal.
This cinematic adaptation is expected to bring the thrilling world and cooperative gameplay of "Helldivers" to a new audience. Lin's involvement promises dynamic action sequences, potentially mirroring the excitement of the game's critical acclaim and massive sales figures.




