'Beyond: Two Souls' TV Series In The Works, Produced by Elliot Page
Elliot Page’s Pageboy Productions has acquired the rights to Beyond: Two Souls, from video game developer Quantic Dream.
The game originally launched in the fall of 2013, starring Page alongside Willem Dafoe. It follows Jodie, a young woman born with a link to a mysterious entity called Aiden, granting her unimaginable powers. As a choice-based game, the player's actions decide Jodie’s fate as she faces unworldly threats and a voyage to uncover the truth of her identity.
“We are absolutely thrilled to collaborate again with Elliot Page on this project,” stated Quantic Dream writer and director, David Cage. “I was blown away by his acting performance in the game, and I couldn’t think of anyone else to tell this story with the same passion on another medium. Beyond: Two Souls is a very special game for millions of players around the world who were moved by the story of Jodie and Aiden, and their journey in life and beyond. I know that Elliot has all the talent and instinct to make it something really unique on TV.”
The adaptation is in the early stages of development and is anticipated to explore the game's non-linear narrative, though it remains unclear if Page will reprise his role.
“Filming the game was one of the most challenging and fulfilling acting experiences of my career,” Page expressed. “We want to create a unique vision of the characters and their journeys that resonates with fans and newcomers.”
Pageboy’s Head of Development and production, Matt Jourdan Smith, added: "This adaptation will honor the game’s legacy while inviting fresh perspectives...Delving into questions of survival and how split-second decisions can alter not just our lives, but the lives of others, are key to telling the story.”
Beyond: Two Souls was a fascinating game to play, despite—some of the clunky controls and narrative matters. I believe a TV adaption could be the perfect opportunity to refine and expand the story. Really interested to see Pageboy’s production's take on this incredible story.