Lola Petticrew joins Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed live‑action

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Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Assassin’s Creed has added Irish actor Lola Petticrew as a series regular, appearing alongside Toby Wallace. The project is being developed in collaboration with Ubisoft Film & Television. The series is framed as a high-energy thriller about a hidden conflict shaping humanity’s future. The move marks the first project in a wider Netflix–Ubisoft slate focused on Assassin’s Creed adaptations.

New casting: Lola Petticrew alongside Toby Wallace

Petticrew (Say Nothing, Trespasses, Tuesday) boards the series as a regular – an indication that their character will be central to multiple episodes. The actor was recently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Lead Performance and a BAFTA Television Award for Leading Actress, and won the Irish Film & Television Award for Best Lead Actress for work on Hulu’s Say Nothing.

They join Toby Wallace (Euphoria Season 3, The Bikeriders) in the main cast, signaling that principal roles are coming into focus as production ramps up.

Series premise and setting

The adaptation is pitched as a high‑octane thriller centered on a clandestine war between two factions – one seeking to steer humanity through control and manipulation, the other determined to safeguard free will. In line with the franchise’s DNA, the narrative follows characters across pivotal historical events as they fight to influence the course of history.

This setup aligns with the games’ hallmark blend of modern conspiracy and historical intrigue, suggesting a structure that jumps between timelines while staying grounded in character stakes.

Who’s behind the adaptation

Netflix has set an experienced creative team to steer the show – from writing to production oversight. The following roles have been confirmed:

• Creators / Showrunners / Executive Producers – Roberto Patino (DMZ, Westworld, Sons of Anarchy) and David Wiener (Halo, Homecoming, The Killing)
• Executive Producers – Gerard Guillemot, Margaret Boykin, Austin Dill and Genevieve Jones (Ubisoft Film & Television), plus Matt O’Toole
• Development – In collaboration with Ubisoft Film & Television

The show is the first of several planned Assassin’s Creed adaptations under a broader Netflix–Ubisoft agreement, indicating a multi‑project roadmap for the brand on the platform.

Confirmed details at a glance

Below is a concise snapshot of what has been officially confirmed so far. Table: Production snapshot

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Context: Netflix’s other Ubisoft project

Netflix also hosts Splinter Cell: Deathwatch, an animated series. It is nominated for Best Video Game Adaptation at the 2025 Game Awards. The recognition underscores the growing footprint of game‑to‑screen adaptations on the service.

Final Takeaway – why it matters

Petticrew’s casting signals momentum for Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed – with established showrunners and a clear premise pointing to a faithful yet high‑stakes interpretation. For players and fans of the franchise, this is a tangible step toward a multi‑project slate built around the series’ core themes of free will vs control and history‑spanning intrigue.