Cyberpunk 2077’s Idris Elba Hopes For Cyberpunk Live-Action With Keanu Reeves

Idris Elba Pitches Cyberpunk 2077 Live-Action with Keanu Reeves

Idris Elba, star of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, has publicly expressed his strong desire for a live-action adaptation of the game, specifically one featuring himself and Keanu Reeves. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, promoting his role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (which also stars Reeves), Elba enthusiastically stated that a Cyberpunk 2077 live-action film starring both himself and Reeves would be "Whoa." He suggested the pairing of their characters would be particularly compelling.

Elba's enthusiasm isn't entirely unfounded. Variety reported in October 2023 that a Cyberpunk 2077 live-action project is in development, with CD Projekt Red partnering with Anonymous Content. While details remain scarce a year after the announcement, the success of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and the ongoing live-action The Witcher series suggests a Cyberpunk live-action adaptation is a viable prospect.

For those unfamiliar, Reeves portrayed the iconic Johnny Silverhand in Cyberpunk 2077, while Elba played Solomon Reed in the Phantom Liberty expansion.

Beyond a potential live-action film, the Cyberpunk universe continues to expand. A prequel manga to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, titled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS, has launched, focusing on Rebecca and Pilar before joining Maine's crew. A Blu-ray release of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is also planned for 2025. Furthermore, CD Projekt Red has hinted at a new Cyberpunk 2077 animated series in the works.