Outlast Horror Series Is Getting a Lionsgate Movie

When Is the Outlast Movie Coming Out?

In a development sending ripples through the world of horror cinema and video games, a new deal between Lionsgate and Red Barrels is preparing to bring the popular horror game series Outlast to the big screen. Lionsgate's decision to adapt this survival-horror series, beloved by millions of players worldwide, into a film has created major excitement, especially among horror fans. Bringing Outlast to the big screen will let the horror genre expand even further across cinematic and interactive spaces, giving audiences a brand-new horror experience.

Outlast Horror Series Is Coming to the Big Screen!

This adaptation project, announced by the site Bloody Disgusting, brings together well-known names from the world of horror. Lionsgate, the studio behind the Saw series, and Red Barrels, known for bold game projects like Outlast, are combining their expertise in effective horror storytelling. Horror film producer Roy Lee will join the project as the lead producer of the Outlast adaptation. Lee, who has previously delivered successful psychological horror projects like It and Barbarian, has experience bringing the game's tension and psychological terror to the screen.

What Will the Outlast Movie Be Like?

This journey, which began with the first Outlast game released in 2012, is described as an experience that pushes the boundaries of the psychological horror genre. In the game, players enter a horrifying world of corrupt institutions and terrifying characters, drawn into a striking fight for survival. The Outlast series continued to expand after the first game with Outlast: Whistleblower and the standalone sequel Outlast 2. Most recently, The Outlast Trials, released in 2024, added a new dimension to the series by offering a multiplayer experience for up to four players.

The film's script, to be written by screenwriter JT Petty (The Burrowers, Hellbenders), aims to bring the game's terrifying realism to the big screen. Petty says the chance to explore the Outlast universe in depth is exciting for him. According to Petty, this adaptation will dig deeper into the series' iconic characters and the dark atmosphere surrounding them.

How Will the Outlast Game and Movie Line Up?

Lionsgate's success in the horror genre has also shown itself through films like The Strangers: Chapter 1 and Imaginary, alongside the Saw series. With Lionsgate's expertise in horror cinema combined with Red Barrels' success in the gaming world, the adaptation is expected to bring the Outlast series' unique qualities to the big screen in the truest way possible. This adaptation promises audiences a chilling atmosphere, deep sound design, and relentless tension. In addition, the game's deep psychological and physical horror themes will also find their place in the film.

What Have Roy Lee and Red Barrels Said?

Roy Lee, who is taking on the role of producer on the project, says the Outlast series revolutionized the world of horror games. Released in 2012, the game brought a new perspective to horror games and set new standards for the genre. Lee says he can't wait to bring Outlast's unique atmosphere to the screen, and that he aims to design this film as a perfect experience for both loyal players and new horror fans.

David Chateauneuf, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Red Barrels, expresses his admiration for horror cinema and horror giants like Lionsgate. According to Chateauneuf, horror films have had a big influence on the Outlast series. Drawing inspiration from many cult horror films and characters, Chateauneuf says that partnering with Lionsgate, a studio with such a strong horror legacy, offers a perfect opportunity to create the deep horror fans are waiting for on screen.

When Is the Outlast Movie Coming Out?

For now, the film's release date hasn't been announced yet.

About the Outlast Series

The Outlast series revolves around journalist Miles Upshur sneaking into Mount Massive Asylum and confronting the horrific experiments taking place inside. According to Luiz HC's review on Bloody Disgusting, the events that unfold in this asylum create a chilling atmosphere and deep tension. Equipped with only a camera, Miles is forced to confront the asylum's murderous residents, dragging players into a psychological hell. Luiz notes that even a decade later, Outlast remains one of the most popular horror games of the Halloween season.

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