FX is developing a live-action television adaptation of Ubisoft’s Far Cry, bringing fresh momentum to one of gaming’s most recognisable franchises. The project pairs an unusual but intriguing creative combination, with Noah Hawley, the mind behind “Alien, Earth” and “Fargo,” teaming up with Rob McElhenney of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”

Their partnership promises a tone that blends grounded intensity with unpredictable character energy, a mix fitting for a franchise known for charismatic villains, lawless frontiers and chaotic open-world conflict. While details of the plot and setting remain under wraps, the Far Cry universe is rich with possibilities, ranging from tropical dictatorship uprisings to cult-dominated rural America and fractured civil war territories.

Ubisoft has long attempted to expand its major IPs into film and television, and the involvement of FX raises expectations for a more prestige-leaning interpretation, especially given Hawley’s recent work in high-concept genre storytelling. McElhenney’s comedic instincts, meanwhile, signal potential for sharper character edges and subversive undertones that mirror the games’ satirical streak.

No casting or release timeline has been announced, but FX’s commitment suggests the series is being positioned as a major tentpole, one that could appeal to both gamers and general audiences. With Ubisoft’s game catalogue evolving and Hollywood leaning harder into established franchises, Far Cry’s shift to television arrives at a moment where the streaming landscape is hungry for expansive, world-building action dramas.