Call of Duty's director explains that his film will be all about the 'consequence of war' and not just a shoot-'em-up

The Call of Duty film is set to hit theaters on June 30, 2028, promising an authentic and compelling portrayal of the Modern Warfare games. Director Peter Berg, known for films such as Lone Survivor, Battleship, and The Mosquito Bowl, has shed more light on the movie's direction.

Berg emphasized that the film delves beyond the mindless shooting depicted in typical action flicks. "This is not just 'Hey, let’s shoot them all up and shoot popcorn!'" he stated in an interview with Comicbook. "There’s a soul underneath it, that I understand and [Call of Duty’s co-writer and producer] Taylor Sheridan understands. It’s not quite as graphically violent as Mosquito Bowl, but there will be a very strong soul, and consequence of war within the film, called duty."

Modern Warfare, while somewhat generic, is deemed perfect for the film due to its focus on complex human characters like Captain Price, Soap, Ghost, and Alex. Berg expressed his intrigue in bringing these characters to life, noting that they are not simple cartoons or comic book heroes but rather nuanced individuals with profound stories.

He highlighted that the game's violence and hardware may seem intense, yet the underlying theme revolves around the cost of war, the burden of being a warrior, and the sacrifices made by these characters.

Berg's adaptation of the Modern Warfare universe is expected to provide a more profound exploration of the war's impact compared to the graphic violence often found in action films. With the film's release scheduled for June 30, 2028, fans of the series eagerly anticipate seeing how Berg's vision will translate the intricate narratives and emotional depth found in the games onto the big screen.