Shadow of the Colossus Film Faces Budget Hurdles After Decade in Development

Director Andy Muschietti confirms the project is still alive but awaits funding decisions for its cinematic adaptation of the cult classic game.

The Shadow of the Colossus movie adaptation, first announced in 2009, remains in development under director Andy Muschietti.
Muschietti, known for films like It and The Flash, stated that a script he is pleased with has been completed for the project.
The director emphasized that financial constraints and the niche appeal of the game have delayed progress, with budget discussions ongoing with Sony.
Shadow of the Colossus is considered a masterpiece in gaming, originally released in 2005 for the PS2 and remade for the PS4 in 2018.
Sony continues to expand its slate of PlayStation-based adaptations, including upcoming projects for Horizon: Zero Dawn and Ghost of Tsushima.