Excitement is brewing for the upcoming Until Dawn live-action movie adaptation, although fans may be disappointed to learn that beloved characters from the game might not return. During a recent CES 2025 presentation, Sony provided insights that the film will honor the spirit of the original game, focusing on the essence and core premise of a group of friends facing terrifying threats, rather than providing a direct adaptation. Actor Peter Stormare, who reprises his role as Dr. Hill in the film, assures that while fresh characters will dominate the narrative, the movie will resonate with fans through its homage to horror. With an April release looming and no trailer yet, anticipation continues to heighten.

Will the original characters from Until Dawn appear in the movie?

It appears that the original characters from Until Dawn are unlikely to make significant appearances in the film adaptation, except possibly in cameo roles. The film will focus on new characters and a fresh storyline, while still capturing the game's essence.

Until Dawn, released in 2015, gained popularity for its engaging storytelling and horror elements. The game features a survival horror narrative where players make choices that affect the outcome, leading to multiple endings. Its unique blend of storytelling and gameplay laid the groundwork for this upcoming film, although fans can expect an entirely new plot that diverges from the source material.