Another day means new casting speculation surrounding the eagerly awaited Elden Ring movie. An insider recently suggested that a rising star from the Alien franchise might be brought on board, with fans anticipating that she could portray Melina. Elden Ring is a 2022 role-playing game from FromSoftware, featuring world-building by director Hidetaka Miyazaki and Game of Thrones writer George R.R. Martin. It recently expanded with the popular Shadow of the Erdtree expansion in 2024.

Three years post-launch, the production company A24 confirmed plans for a film adaptation, appointing Ex Machina and Annihilation director Alex Garland. Following the announcement, Martin expressed his views on the adaptation and will serve as producer to oversee storylines and lore. With casting already in motion, there’s a likelihood that filming could start in 2026, possibly aiming for a 2027 release date. Garland has recently focused on writing 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and currently has no other projects scheduled alongside Elden Ring.

Melina Role Speculations

The buzz originates from insider Jeff Sneider, who posted on Twitter that Cailee Spaeny, known for her role in Alien: Romulus, is in discussions to work with Garland again after their collaboration on 2024’s Civil War. Further details remain scarce, but excitement surrounds the notion of her playing Melina, with fans voicing their thoughts on social media. Some speculate that she might also take on the role of Ranni the Witch.

Notably, Spaeny has previously lent her voice to a character in Dead by Daylight, and has appeared in significant roles in Devs—another Garland project—and the acclaimed miniseries Mare of Easttown. Fans have often perceived Spaeny as a strong candidate for the role of Ellie in the HBO adaptation of The Last of Us, due to her physical resemblance to the character.

While audiences eagerly await confirmation on Spaeny’s role, discussions continue on other potential candidates for Melina among the fanbase. The character holds considerable significance in the game’s lore, appearing only at notable locations to support characters on their journey to become the Elden Lord. Notably, the character has drawn attention in discussions involving actors like Zoe Kravitz, Game of Thrones alumni Nathalie Emmanuel, and Rose Leslie.