Battlefield Video Game Optioned for TV Adaptation

LOS ANGELES: Paramount Television and Anonymous Content have optioned the rights for the hit video game Battlefield.

The Battlefield franchise—from DICE, an Electronic Arts studio—has amassed more than 60 million players worldwide since debuting in 2002. Paramount Television and Anonymous Content will now be working together to potentially bring the game to life as a series. Michael Sugar, a 2016 Academy Award winner, and Ashley Zalta from Anonymous Content will serve as executive producers.

Battlefield continues the partnership between Anonymous Content and Paramount TV, which have a first-look production deal for scripted programming across broadcast, premium cable, cable and online audiences.

“Paramount TV actively seeks smart content from all sectors that will resonate with audiences and translate to compelling programming,” said Amy Powell, the president of Paramount TV. “EA’s Battlefield has an incredibly dynamic narrative, coupled with a loyal fan base, which will allow us to bring this exciting and unique property to the small screen. We look forward to working with EA and Anonymous Content and thank Michael Sugar for his tenacity in bringing us this exciting project.”

“Battlefield has a tremendous built-in, engaged fan base, making it a highly coveted piece of IP primed for long-form adaptation,” added Sugar, partner at Anonymous Content. “Together with EA and Paramount TV, we’ll develop the Battlefield TV series with the same commitment to robust storytelling that has made the game such a runaway success for nearly 15 years.”

“Battlefield is one of the most loved properties among our players,” said Patrick Söderlund, executive VP at EA. “We are thrilled that Anonymous Content and Paramount TV will look to introduce fans to Battlefield through a new medium.”

“Michael’s track record speaks for itself,” added Patrick O’Brien, the VP of EA Entertainment. “Combined with his passion for Battlefield, we cannot imagine a better team than Anonymous Content and Paramount for this project.”