Company Overview - Cineverse has acquired U.S. rights for "Return to Silent Hill," a film based on the popular video game series by KONAMI, ahead of the Cannes Film Festival [1] - The film is a faithful adaptation of "Silent Hill 2," which was remade by KONAMI and released to acclaim in 2024 [2][8] - Cineverse aims to build its slate of theatrical releases with this addition, highlighting the franchise's global box office success of $156 million from the first two films [4] Film Details - "Return to Silent Hill" follows the character James, who is drawn back to the town of Silent Hill by a mysterious letter from his deceased love, Mary [2] - The film features extensive visual effects and is set to have a wide theatrical release soon [1][2] - The production team includes director Christophe Gans, who directed the original 2006 film, and original game composer Akira Yamaoka [3] Market Position - The Silent Hill franchise is recognized as one of the best horror video game franchises globally, with the recent remake of "Silent Hill 2" selling over 2 million copies shortly after its release [8] - Cineverse's strategy includes a focus on franchise IP management, aiming to deliver authentic and immersive experiences for fans [7] Upcoming Releases - Cineverse has a lineup of upcoming releases, including "The Toxic Avenger" on August 29, 2025, and a reimagining of "Silent Night Deadly Night" on December 12, 2025 [9][11]
Cineverse Acquires U.S. Rights for Return to Silent Hill, The Newest Installment in the popular Video Game Horror Film Franchise from Davis Films