Netflix's Assassin's Creed Series to Delve into One of Ancient Rome's Greatest Disasters

The live-action adaptation of Assassin's Creed for Netflix will be set in Ancient Rome in 64 AD, according to Variety. This year is significant because it marks the start of the Great Fire of Rome during Emperor Nero’s reign—an event expected to serve as a backdrop for the series' narrative of political drama, social tension, and destruction, all creating opportunities for clandestine movements by secret organizations. The fire lasted six days and destroyed over half the city, with Nero historically blamed. Louis McCartney, Mirren Mack, Youssef Kerkour, and Sandra Guldberg Kampp join previously announced cast members Noomi Rapace, Claes Bang, Sean Harris, Corrado Invernizzi, and Nabhaan Rizwan. The series will also feature a rising star from Euphoria and will be helmed by a director from the acclaimed miniseries Chernobyl. Netflix approved the project and brought on a new creative team in 2025. In related news for Assassin's Creed fans, the game franchise is also venturing into the late Roman Republic, around the time of Julius Caesar's rise.

Assassin's Creed Live-Action Series Filming at Cinecitta Studios in Italy, Offering Political Drama and Ancient Rome Backdrop (2027 Premiere)

The Netflix series will utilize Cinecitta Studios’ expansive ancient Rome backlot set, which includes a Roman Forum replica, as well as locations in Rome’s Lazio region and Tuscany. Carlo Poggioli will serve as the costume designer, with Nicola Rosada as the Italian line producer. The production will also benefit from Italy’s tax rebates, offering up to 40% back on eligible production costs. Manuela Cacciamani, CEO of Cinecitta Studios, stated the studio was pleased to have the series choose their sets for filming. Filming commenced on March 9 and is scheduled to continue until October 16, based out of Cinecitta Studios. The Assassin's Creed live-action series is scheduled to premiere on Netflix in 2027.

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