Rebellion Expands Gaming and Comic Franchises Into Film and TV

September 23, 2026 - 19:45

Rebellion is heading into Brand Licensing Europe with a slate that stretches well beyond its video game roots. The independent studio, best known for the Sniper Elite series and the 2000 AD comic label, is positioning itself as a cross media company with anniversaries, television adaptations and feature films all moving forward at once.

The company's comic catalog remains a major asset. Judge Dredd, one of the most recognizable characters in British comics, continues to anchor the 2000 AD lineup, while other titles from the archive are being examined for screen potential. Rebellion has spent years buying up rights and building an internal pipeline, and that strategy is now producing visible results.

On the gaming side, the studio keeps its established franchises active while exploring new projects. The combination of interactive entertainment and print publishing gives Rebellion a rare level of control over how its characters reach audiences. Instead of licensing properties out and stepping back, the company develops them in house across multiple formats.

The timing matters. Brand Licensing Europe draws companies looking for partners in merchandise, publishing and media, and Rebellion arrives with a portfolio that appeals to buyers in several categories at once. Anniversary celebrations offer natural hooks for collectibles and special editions, while upcoming adaptations create fresh awareness for older titles.

Rebellion's approach reflects a broader shift in entertainment, where game studios and comic publishers increasingly operate as full scale content owners. For a company that started as a small game developer, the move into film and television marks a significant step in its evolution.