Amazon Greenlights ‘Wolfenstein’ Series with ‘Station Eleven’ Creator

Patrick Somerville to Adapt Iconic Nazi-Fighting Franchise for Prime Video

Amazon MGM Studios is developing a television series based on the acclaimed “Wolfenstein” video game franchise. The project has tapped Patrick Somerville, known for his work on “Station Eleven” and “Maniac,” to serve as creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner.

Bringing a Classic to the Screen

While plot specifics remain under wraps, the series’ official logline boasts a simple yet powerful statement: The story of killing Nazis is evergreen. **Patrick Somerville** will helm the adaptation through his chaoticgood.tv production banner. Executive producing alongside him are **Jonah Nolan**, **Lisa Joy**, and **Athena Wickham** of Kilter Films, with **James Altman** of Keyframe Films and **Jerk Gustafsson** from “Wolfenstein” developer MachineGames also attached.

A Legacy of First-Person Shooters

The “Wolfenstein” franchise, which originated in 1981 with “Castle Wolfenstein,” played a pivotal role in popularizing the first-person shooter genre. Games typically follow the exploits of World War II soldier **William “B.J.” Blazkowicz** as he battles the Third Reich, often uncovering their clandestine and occult experiments aimed at altering the course of the war.

Amazon’s Growing Gaming Slate

This adaptation marks another significant expansion of Amazon’s presence in video game-to-television projects. Kilter Films, already behind the hit Prime Video series “Fallout,” is also producing a TV adaptation of Rebecca Yarros’ novel “Fourth Wing.” Amazon’s pipeline includes other anticipated game-based series, such as adaptations of “Mass Effect” and “God of War,” as well as a “Warhammer 40,000” series starring **Henry Cavill**.

The streaming giant’s investment in gaming adaptations reflects a broader trend in Hollywood. In 2023, the video game industry generated an estimated $100 billion in revenue globally, highlighting the massive potential audience for these translated narratives.

Somerville’s Vision

A lifelong fan of the “Wolfenstein” games, **Patrick Somerville** brings a wealth of experience in adapting complex narratives. His previous television credits include creating “Maniac” for Netflix and serving as executive producer and showrunner for HBO Max’s “Station Eleven.” He also contributed to critically acclaimed shows like HBO’s “The Leftovers.”