Sony Announces Bloodborne Animated Film with YouTuber JackSepticEye

The R-rated adaptation of the cult classic horror game will be produced by PlayStation Productions.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:42am

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An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass and glittering shards, using dramatic studio lighting to create a high-contrast, high-fashion aesthetic that evokes the dark, intense atmosphere of the Bloodborne video game.The upcoming Bloodborne animated film promises to capture the game's signature blend of gothic horror and high-intensity action.Las Vegas Today

At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Sony revealed plans for an animated film adaptation of the popular FromSoftware game Bloodborne. The movie will be produced by PlayStation Productions and feature YouTuber JackSepticEye, who has a large following for his Bloodborne gameplay videos. Details about the plot and release date remain under wraps, but the film will be rated R.

Why it matters

Bloodborne has developed a devoted cult following since its 2015 release on PlayStation 4, known for its challenging yet rewarding gameplay, iconic boss battles, and deep lore. This animated adaptation represents Sony's continued efforts to expand its gaming properties into other media, following the success of recent film and TV projects based on PlayStation franchises.

The details

Sony did not provide many specifics about the Bloodborne animated film, other than confirming it is in development and will be produced by PlayStation Productions. The movie will also involve Seán McLoughlin, better known as the popular YouTuber JackSepticEye, though his exact role was not detailed. The film will be rated R, hinting at the dark, mature tone of the source material. It will be produced by Lyrical Animation, a new studio formed from the adult animation company Line Mileage.

  • The Bloodborne animated film was announced at CinemaCon in Las Vegas in April 2026.

The players

Sony Interactive Entertainment

The video game company and publisher of the Bloodborne game, which is now developing an animated film adaptation.

JackSepticEye

The popular YouTuber known for his Bloodborne gameplay videos, who is involved in the production of the animated film.

Lyrical Animation

The new animation studio formed from adult animation firm Line Mileage, which is producing the Bloodborne animated film.

Hidetaka Miyazaki

The creator of Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Elden Ring, who has cited Bloodborne as one of his favorite works.

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What they’re saying

“When I interviewed FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki, the creator of Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne and Elden Ring, I asked which of those that he worked on was his favorite. He answered that the first Dark Souls and Bloodborne 'left a very big impression on me.'”

— Hidetaka Miyazaki, FromSoftware President

What’s next

Sony has not yet announced a release date for the Bloodborne animated film, but fans will likely be eager to learn more details about the project's plot, animation style, and potential connections to the original game's lore and characters.

The takeaway

The announcement of a Bloodborne animated film adaptation, produced by PlayStation Productions and involving popular YouTuber JackSepticEye, demonstrates Sony's continued efforts to expand its gaming franchises into other media. This project has the potential to introduce the challenging yet beloved Bloodborne to a wider audience and satisfy the game's dedicated cult following.