Amazon's 'Secret Level': Star-Studded Animated Anthology of Iconic Video Games Premieres December 10
October 21, 2024Amazon is set to release an animated anthology series titled 'Secret Level' on December 10, featuring adaptations of popular video games into short films.
The series will consist of 15 independent episodes, with two episodes released weekly.
The cast also features Patrick Schwarzenegger, Ricky Whittle, Claudia Doumit, and Laura Bailey, among others, but specific roles have not been disclosed.
The Warhammer 40,000 episode will be a sequel to the game 'Space Marine 2,' with Clive Standen reprising his role as Ultramarines lieutenant Titus.
Created by Blur Studios and directed by Tim Miller, known for 'Love, Death + Robots,' the series promises a unique storytelling approach.
Miller serves as the creator and executive producer, with Dave Wilson as the supervising director, bringing a wealth of experience from their previous projects.
The voice cast includes big names like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kevin Hart, and Keanu Reeves, alongside actors such as Temuera Morrison and Emily Swallow.
Each episode serves as a gateway to different gaming worlds, showcasing original stories inspired by a variety of video games.
Featured games include iconic titles like Pac-Man, Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer 40,000, and newer games such as The Outer Worlds and Sifu.
The first batch of episodes, including a Warhammer episode, will be available on the premiere date, with more episodes following on December 17.
Production is a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios and Blur Studio, known for their acclaimed animated anthology work.
The rise of video game adaptations in media is underscored by the success of series like HBO's 'The Last of Us' and Prime Video's 'Fallout,' setting a promising stage for 'Secret Level.'
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Variety • Oct 19, 2024
Kevin Hart, Keanu Reeves Among Cast for Amazon Series 'Secret Level'Gizmodo • Oct 19, 2024
Prime Video's Secret Level Voice Cast is Full of Heavy Hitters