Two Brothers Pictures, in collaboration with Rebellion, is producing a TV series based on the post-apocalyptic survival game "Atomfall". The announcement follows the game's win of "Best British Game" at the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards.
British production company Two Brothers Pictures is adapting the survival action game Atomfall into a TV series, with series creators Harry and Jack Williams expanding the mythology of the original in close consultation with rebellion founders Jason and Chris Kingsley.
British folk horror meets nuclear paranoia
The project utilizes the already established world of the game, which is based on the real-life Windscale disaster of 1957. The setting is an isolated quarantine zone in the Lake District, sealed off by the military. While the game takes the perspective of an amnesiac patient caught between rival factions, the series aims to delve deeper into existing themes such as nuclear paranoia and ancient mythology.
Rebellion and Two Brothers rely on a blend of classic British science fiction and folk horror. This stylistic mix was largely responsible for the game's success, which, according to the publisher, has already been played by over 3,7 million people.
The cast suggests a production with high quality aspirations. Harry and Jack Williams, known for productions like "Fleabag" and "The Tourist," serve as writers and executive producers. On the Rebellion side, Jason and Chris Kingsley ensure the film's faithfulness to the source material.
The trend towards game adaptation continues.
The announcement joins a series of successful transmedia projects in recent years. While Sony with The Last of Us and Amazon with Fallout have already proven that post-apocalyptic scenarios can reach millions of viewers, Atomfall a specifically British niche. The Lake District setting and the focus on local history distinguish the project from its US-centric competitors.
For Rebellion, this is a logical step in brand building. Following the success of the Sniper Elite series, Atomfall quickly established itself as a new IP. A TV series ensures the franchise's relevance beyond the game's lifespan.
