Steve Buscemi was announced as a new cast member of the FX anthology TV series based on Ubisoft’s Far Cry video game franchise, with the news emerging shortly before August 8, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
The series will adopt an anthology format, with each season featuring a new cast, setting, and story. Alongside Buscemi, other confirmed actors include Rob Mac and Lizzy Caplan. No specific details about Buscemi’s role have been revealed yet [1, 2, 3].
The show is executive produced by Noah Hawley, known for Fargo, and produced by Rob Mac. Mac said, "Getting to work alongside Noah Hawley is a dream realized. Ubisoft has been remarkably generous, entrusting us with one of the most iconic video-game worlds ever created" [1]. Hawley added, "What I love about the Far Cry game franchise is that it’s an anthology. Each game is a variation of a theme, the same way each season of Fargo is a variation on a theme. To create a big action show that can change from year to year, while always exploring the nature of humanity through this complex and chaotic lens, is a dream come true" [1].
The Far Cry video game series is known for its violence, madness, and politically charged stories. Its most recent game release was Far Cry 6 in 2021 [1, 2]. Far Cry’s official Twitter account welcomed Buscemi, saying, "Hope you’re ready to get thrown into the deep end, lose your mind, and make a few catastrophically bad decisions along the way" [3].
Speculation surrounds the nature of Buscemi’s character. Some guess he might play a villain reminiscent of Joseph Seed’s psychological menace from past games, while others suggest he could be a strange helpful NPC or even the hero Jason Brody, though the latter is considered unlikely. However, no official confirmation has been made [3].
The series will air on FX and Hulu in the US and on Disney Plus internationally [1]. It was first announced by FX in November 2025 [1]. No official release date has been set, though some speculate the show could premiere in late 2027 or early 2028 based on filming timelines [1, 2].
