Keanu Reeves, Idris Elba to Star in Cyberpunk Live-Action?

Idris Elba Pitches Cyberpunk 2077 Live-Action with Keanu Reeves

Idris Elba, star of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, has voiced his strong desire for a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 adaptation starring himself and Keanu Reeves. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, promoting his role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (which also features Reeves), Elba enthusiastically stated that a live-action Cyberpunk film featuring both himself and Reeves would be "Whoa." This isn't their first collaboration; the two actors share screen time in the upcoming Sonic sequel.

Elba's enthusiasm stems from the potential synergy between his character, Solomon Reed (from the Phantom Liberty DLC), and Reeves' iconic portrayal of Johnny Silverhand. He believes the dynamic between the two characters would translate brilliantly to the big screen.

This idea isn't entirely out of the realm of possibility. Variety reported in October 2023 that a Cyberpunk 2077 live-action project is underway, with CD Projekt Red partnering with Anonymous Content. While details remain scarce, the success of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and the ongoing live-action Witcher series suggests a Cyberpunk adaptation is a viable and potentially lucrative venture.

Further Cyberpunk News: 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. And, excitingly, CD Projekt Red has teased a new Cyberpunk 2077 animated series.