20th Century Fox's "Assassin's Creed" movie starring Michael Fassbender is getting another release date from its previously announced August 7, 2015 schedule.
The project which has been generally dormant and has been pushed back a number of times is still pushing through according to Fox. Fassbender himself gave an update saying he's still involved with the film:
Nothing has changed, yeah. I'm still a part of "Assassin's Creed," and we're working on the script as we speak. Actually, I'm going to go back and see the writers when I get back to Europe."
The actor also revealed that he doesn't really play with video games - "but when i met up with the guys from Ubisoft and they started to explain this whole world and the idea of DNA memory - you know, I think it's a very feasible scientific theory. I just thought, 'This is so rich,' and about the possibility of it being this cinematic experience. So I'm really excited about it, and we're working very hard to make sure that we've got the best and most exciting, original package." - reported by IGN.
The actor is also on board as a major producer, locking him down for potential sequels. Fassbender is no stranger to these kinds of films with roles in Zack Snyder's 300, Tarantino's "Inglorious Basterds" and probably his most iconic role, playing metal-bending mutant Magneto - loyal fans of "Assassin's Creed" can expect something big.
Elsewhere, Fox has also announced their lineup of superhero flicks leading all the way up to 2018:
- The Fantasic Four - August 7, 2015
- Deadpool - February 12, 2016
- X Men: Apocalypse - May 27, 2016
- Gambit - October 7, 2016
- Wolverine 3 - March 3, 2017
- The Fantastic Four 2 - June 2, 2017
- Untitled X Men movie - July 13, 2018
Director Justin Kurzel, best known for his work in 2011's Snowtown will be leading "Assassin's Creed," scheduled to hit U.S. theaters December 16, 2016.
Michael Fassbender will be seen next in "X Men: Apocalypse," fighting of the title villain, played by Oscar Isaac.
Stay tuned for more news on "Assassin's Creed's" cast, trailers and release date here at Franchise Herald.
