Sydney Sweeney’s Split Fiction Movie: What you Should know About the Game Adaptation

In a surprising and thrilling turn, Split Fiction is already getting the big-screen treatment—just weeks after its game debut shook the industry. The movie adaptation is officially in the works, and the talent behind it is no joke. From the director of Wicked to the writers behind Deadpool & Wolverine, the creative team is stacked with A-listers. 

Now, Sydney Sweeney has joined the cast, turning up the heat on what’s already one of the buzziest game-to-film projects in years. The video game, developed by Hazelight Studios, became an instant phenomenon when it launched on March 6, selling over two million copies in just one week.

From plot insights to the director’s vision and updates on casting, we’ve gathered every exciting detail about the Split Fiction movie. Keep this page bookmarked—we’re updating it with every new twist as this wild ride from console to cinema unfolds. Ready to dive into the madness? You’re going to want to see how deep this rabbit hole goes.

Release date & Where to Watch

A release date for the Split Fiction movie hasn't been announced yet. 

What is the plot of the Split Fiction film?

Split Fiction follows Mio and Zoe, two authors from very different genres—sci-fi and fantasy—who find themselves trapped inside their own fictional worlds after a machine designed to extract their ideas malfunctions. To escape, they must navigate the chaos of their creations and work together despite their clashing styles. 

Originally created by Hazelight Studios’ Josef Fares and Sebastian Johansson, the story is full of twists and inventive co-op dynamics, blending elements of fantasy, science fiction, and fast-paced adventure.

Who’s in the cast of the Split Fiction film?

So far, the only confirmed cast member is Sydney Sweeney, known for Euphoria, Madame Web, and Anyone But You. According to Variety, it hasn’t been decided yet whether she’ll play Zoe or Mio.

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Is There a Trailer for Split Fiction?

It’s still too early for a trailer—but once it drops, we’ll have it right here for you.

Behind the Scenes

Wicked director Jon M. Chu is set to direct the upcoming Split Fiction film, with a script penned by Deadpool & Wolverine writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick.

The adaptation is being produced by Mike Goldberg and Dmitri M. Johnson’s Story Kitchen—formerly dj2 Entertainment—alongside Chu’s Electric Somewhere. Sydney Sweeney is also attached as an executive producer.