Overview

• Steven Spielberg and Amblin, working with Universal, pitched a Call of Duty film to Activision, according to Puck reporting cited by multiple outlets.
• Activision passed on the proposal because the so‑called Spielberg Deal sought final cut and broad control over production and marketing.
• Paramount ultimately secured the rights with a pitch that offered the publisher more input into creative and marketing decisions.
• Activision president Rob Kostich said the company is very happy with Paramount as a partner and emphasized honoring the series in a theatrical adaptation.
• The project remains in early development with no director, cast, or release date announced.