Discover the Dark World of Splinter Cell in Netflix’s First Trailer

The iconic video game franchise “Splinter Cell,” known for its intense espionage and stealth action, now comes to the screen with a new face. Liev Schreiber stars as Sam Fisher in the highly anticipated Netflix animated series, “Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Deathwatch.” Since the presentation at Geeked Week, anticipation has grown among fans who, after a prolonged silence since the announcement in 2021, have finally been able to take a first look at the series.

Sam Fisher’s Legacy Lives On

With the collaboration of co-directors Guillaume Dousse and Félicien Colmet-Daage, and the main script by Derek Kolstad (creator of John Wick), the series promises to retain the essence of a game that defined a generation. Sun Creature and Fost, the animation studios, together with the executive producers of Ubisoft Film & Television, promise an adventure that not only captures the essence of the original video game, but expands it in ways never seen before.

Sam Fisher, first introduced in 2002, is an elite covert operative working for a fictional NSA black ops division called “Third Echelon.” In this new series, Fisher finds himself operating under “Fourth Echelon,” a change introduced in the most recent game, 2013’s “Splinter Cell: Blacklist.” Fisher is recognized not only for his tactical prowess and iconic night vision, but also for his human side, manifested through his relationship with his daughter Sarah, who brings out his softer side.

What are Splinter Cell games about?

The game series focuses on stealth, espionage, and covert operations, a formula that has resonated with fans due to comparisons to titles like “Metal Gear Solid” and “Hitman.” The player controls Fisher as he battles global terrorism, cyber warfare, and political conspiracies, facing complex moral decisions that often include the difficult choice of saving or sacrificing lives for the greater good.

Since its debut, “Splinter Cell” has released six games that require players to avoid detection by using the environment as camouflage and employing skills such as hacking, intelligence gathering and sabotage to advance their missions. Fisher, as a lone wolf, faces nearly impossible odds to protect his loved ones and the world.

A hero adapted for a new generation

Sam Fisher, the protagonist of ‘Chipped Cell’he is not just a character; he is a symbol of modern espionage in the world of video games. His evolution from undercover agent to cultural icon reflects the narrative depth and development that Ubisoft has woven together over the years. As games have adapted to technological and geopolitical changes, Fisher has faced increasingly complex and morally ambiguous challenges, making him the perfect candidate to lead a series that explores dark and realistic themes.

The choice of Lieutenant Schreiber voicing Fisher is successful, as Schreiber has the intensity and emotional depth that the character requires. Fisher’s transition from video games to the animated series in Netflix allows for a richer exploration of his character, showcasing not only his stealth prowess, but also his personal life and the relationships that define his humanity. This new portrayal promises to capture both loyal fans of the franchise as well as those who enter the dark world of ‘Chipped Cell’.

Desire impossible to hide

The enthusiasm for this adaptation is also felt in the words of showrunner Derek Kolstad, who in an interview with Collider highlighted the creative freedom that animation offers: “Animation is incredibly fantastic. You send them a script and they create it. It’s not about casting the actors, it’s about what you want to do, and that’s exciting,” said Kolstad.

With a fresh narrative and a deep exploration of its protagonist, Netflix’s “Splinter Cell: Deathwatch” seeks to attract not only old fans but also new viewers, seduced by the promise of covert action and intense moral dilemmas. This series, which already generates great expectations, promises to be a milestone in the history of video game adaptations to television series.