League of Legends Live-Action Series Might Be Filmed in Vietnam

After Arcane's massive success, Riot Games is reportedly preparing a live-action League of Legends TV series—set to be filmed in Vietnam’s stunning Cát Bà Island. Here's everything we know.

Riot Games Plans a 9-Episode League of Legends Series

According to the Vietnamese government’s official communication channel (Thông tin Chính phủ), Riot Games will produce a nine-episode live-action LoL series starting late 2025. Filming is expected to take place in Cát Bà, Vietnam, a location famed for its majestic limestone cliffs and lush terrain—perfect for cinematic adaptation.

The announcement sparked excitement on social media, with League of Legends Vietnam, Teamfight Tactics Esports VN, and VALORANT reacting with celebratory posts and emojis. This signals Riot’s ambition to expand the LoL universe far beyond animation.

Riot Games Meets Vietnamese Government to Finalize Plans

On March 10, Vietnam’s Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Nguyễn Văn Hùng, officially met with Riot Games and Hollywood producers to discuss the project. Attendees included:

• Rose Lam – Executive Producer of The Last of Us, 2024 Game Awards winner
• Nicholas Simon – CEO of Indochina Productions, known for international films in Southeast Asia

Simon noted the production could significantly boost Vietnam’s film and tourism industries, describing it as a “great opportunity to promote Vietnam globally.”

Riot Expands Its Entertainment Division

To support upcoming projects, Riot has restructured its entertainment arm into two distinct studios:

• Animation Studio – Led by Arcane’s co-creator Christian Linke
• Live-Action Studio – Led by Netflix veteran Brian Wright

While Vietnamese media has referred to “Riot Studios,” the branding is not yet confirmed. Rose Lam stated that Vietnam was chosen over Japan, Korea, and Thailand for its aesthetic suitability and production feasibility.

Vietnam Offers Support—But With Environmental Conditions

Minister Nguyễn Văn Hùng expressed full support for the project, pledging assistance from Hai Phong city and the Ministry of Planning and Investment. Measures may include:

• Facilitating logistics
• Visa exemptions for crew
• Local production aid

However, Cát Bà is a protected UNESCO Heritage site. The minister emphasized that Riot must comply with environmental laws—Vietnam will not compromise its ecosystems for economic benefit.

What Part of Runeterra Will Be Featured?

The visual profile of Cát Bà raises questions about which region in Runeterra will serve as the series’ setting. Top contenders include:

• Bilgewater – A pirate-infested port city filled with sea monsters and corruption. The coastal environment is a strong match.
• Shadow Isles – A cursed land covered in fog and dark magic. If horror or supernatural themes are central, this fits perfectly.
• Ionia – Known for mysticism and stunning landscapes. While fitting, Bilgewater’s ruggedness may be more cinematic.

As of now, Riot has not confirmed the narrative focus or region. But the location hints at Bilgewater or Shadow Isles as strong candidates.

A New Era for League of Legends in Entertainment

Arcane proved that LoL’s rich universe can thrive in film and TV. Now, a live-action series—possibly directed by top-tier Hollywood talent and filmed in a UNESCO site—positions Riot for mainstream cinematic success.

The adaptation could rival top video game series like The Last of Us or Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. With Vietnam playing a key production role, the global spotlight is now on Southeast Asia’s contribution to the future of gaming entertainment.

Final Thoughts

League of Legends is no longer just a game—it's evolving into a global media franchise. With Vietnam as the backdrop and a world-class team behind the scenes, this live-action series could redefine video game adaptations.

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