- Netflix has confirmed that Assassin’s Creed has begun recording in Rome
- However, some fans have expressed concerns about the show’s location and original story
- This news comes after the main cast was confirmed for the series
Filming has begun on Netflix Assassin’s Creed series, after a recent cast announcement that left me feeling optimistic about things.
In a social media post, additional casting was announced along with an announcement that production had begun in Rome, with production primarily filming at the famed Cinecittà Studios.
We’ve known for a while that the series will follow an original story rather than adapting the events of the first game, but not everyone is happy with the decision to set it in ancient Rome, 64 AD.
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Assassin’s Creed has officially begun production in Rome. Set in ancient Rome in 64 AD, the live-action series adaptation of Ubisoft’s best-selling video game franchise stars Toby Wallace, Lola Petticrew, Laura Marcus, Tanzyn Crawford, Zachary Hart, Claes Bang, Nabhaan Rizwan… pic.twitter.com/DcysBGSQPLMarch 20, 2026
Throughout Assassin’s Creed franchise, we have been transported to a number of historically rich locations. These have included Jerusalem/Acre in 1191, Florence and Rome in the 15th-16th centuries and the Caribbean in the 18th century. So the ancient Rome setting is different than what some fans might have expected.
In fact, one fan on X described the setting as “really disappointing” and argued that it strays too far from what made the games iconic. As a result, there are fears that this could be a flop for Netflix, a valid concern when games are adapted for the screen.
Ugh… really disappointing. 😞 Another live action adaptation that could easily flop. Setting it in Rome 64 AD. with an “original story” feels like Netflix is straying too far from what made Assassin’s Creed iconic – the intricate historical storytelling and the connection to…March 20, 2026
Another comment suggested that Netflix will have to work hard to ensure that the writing quality is good, instead of just focusing on grand architecture. Style over substance seems to be an issue in some circles, although getting the visuals right is important. A big reason I’m so drawn to the games is their transportive nature and how easy it is to get lost in the locations.
While not as critical as the above, this fan seems to have concerns about relying too much on the location so that the plot is lost.
Ancient Rome offers endless visual grandeur, but writing will mean more than architecture.March 20, 2026
One wary fan described the original story as a “cool move,” so expectations are certainly high. Currently, Netflix is tight-lipped about the exact plot, with an initial Tudum teaser describing it as “following its characters across pivotal historical events as they struggle to shape the destiny of humanity”.
The original story is a bold move… curious how it ties into the story.March 20, 2026
Reception of the original story and location has been mixed thus far. But with Westworld‘s Roberto Patino and HelloWith David Wiener at the helm of the project, it might surprise fans in a good way.
Of course, it’s far too early to tell, and since filming has just started, we’ll have to wait a bit to see how it plays out.
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