Idris Elba Pitches Cyberpunk 2077 Live-Action with Keanu Reeves

Idris Elba, star of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, has voiced his strong desire for a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 adaptation starring himself and Keanu Reeves. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, promoting his role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (which also features Reeves), Elba expressed his enthusiasm for the idea. He stated that a live-action Cyberpunk film featuring both himself and Reeves would be "Whoa," suggesting a powerful on-screen dynamic.

This isn't just wishful thinking. Variety reported in October 2023 that a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 project is underway, with CD Projekt Red partnering with Anonymous Content. While details remain scarce, the success of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and the live-action The Witcher series suggests a strong potential for a Cyberpunk live-action adaptation.

In the game, Reeves portrays the iconic Johnny Silverhand, while Elba plays Solomon Reed in the Phantom Liberty expansion. Their potential on-screen collaboration has generated significant excitement among fans.

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Beyond the live-action possibilities, the Cyberpunk franchise continues to expand. A prequel manga to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, titled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS, has launched its first chapter in several languages (Japanese, Polish, Italian, German, Spanish, and French, with Traditional Chinese to follow on December 20th). An English release date is yet to be announced. The manga, written by Bartosz Sztybor, explores the backstory of Rebecca and Pilar before joining Maine's crew. Additionally, a Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Blu-ray release is planned for 2025, and a new animated series is in development.