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Ubisoft and Netflix have been intermittently developing an "Assassin's Creed" series since 2016, initially exploring an animated format before shifting to live-action. The project has seen several creative changes, with "Castlevania" executive producer Adi Shankar among the early showrunners, eventually leading to Roberto Patino ("Sons of Anarchy" co-producer) and TV writer David Wiener taking the helm. Now, the production has finally secured its first cast member.
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Deadline reported today that Toby Wallace (pictured above), known for his roles in "The Bikeriders" and the miniseries "Pistol," has signed on as a co-lead for the series. While his exact character remains undisclosed, Deadline notes that the show's main protagonists are not expected to be existing characters from the games. Filming is slated to officially begin next year in Italy, which will serve as one of the primary settings. Further details regarding the specific historical period of the story are yet to be revealed.