Frights, camera, action: Five Nights at Freddy's unleashes terror on the big screen.

The highly-anticipated video game adaptation, Five Nights at Freddy's is crawling its way to the big screen just in time for Halloween. The anticipation is palpable among fans as the beloved survival horror game takes on a whole new dimension in a live-action adaptation.

The game Five Nights at Freddy’s started as an indie sensation developed by Scott Cawthon and quickly became a cultural phenomenon in the gaming world. The premise revolves around a night shift security guard who must survive five terrifying nights at a haunted pizza restaurant filled with killer animatronic characters.

Now, the excitement builds as the franchise extends its reach into the realm of cinema. Josh Hutcherson, most famous for his role in The Hunger Games franchise, is set to star in the film adaptation. His presence in the cast adds a layer of excitement, and fans are eager to see how he will handle the relentless terror of the animatronic creatures.

The film's production has been shrouded in secrecy, but it's expected to maintain the core elements of the game: a sense of helplessness, jump scares, and a gripping narrative that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The idea of animatronic characters coming to life at night is spine-chilling, and the film promises to delve into the dark backstory of the restaurant and the sinister events that unfold during the night shift.

One of the major challenges in adapting Five Nights at Freddy's to the screen is maintaining faithfulness to the source material, to create the same intense atmosphere that the game delivers. With the film in the hands of Blumhouse and creator Scott Cawthon at close proximity to the film's production, fans are hopeful that the film will translate the game's tense, claustrophobic feeling into a thrilling cinematic experience. Emma Tammi, the director behind the upcoming horror adaptation, knows how dedicated the fan base of the franchise can be, which is why she included tons of references to the original games in her work. During a recent interview with Collider, the director spoke about the Easter eggs coming straight from the games that will be included in the film adaptation, "We were definitely focused on planting Easter eggs throughout… I would say check out the security monitors.”

As the release date approaches, fans and horror enthusiasts alike eagerly await the opportunity to delve into the horrifying world of Five Nights at Freddy's. With a rich gaming legacy and a talented cast, this film has the potential to take the horror genre to new heights and leave audiences trembling in their seats.

See Five Nights at Freddy’s in cinemas from October 26 (if you dare).