As horror fans mourn the exit of Bryan Fuller from a “Friday the 13th” TV series in the works at Peacock from producers A24, new details about Fuller’s take on the material are starting to emerge. According to filmmaker Vincenzo Natali, who said on X he read the first two scripts, the show reinvented the iconic franchise much the same way Fuller put his spin on Hannibal Lecter for his acclaimed three-season “Hannibal” series.
“Bryan Fuller’s Crystal Lake was well on its way to becoming another Hannibal-level reinvention that was simultaneously beautiful, sad, poetic, funny and horrifying. I mourn its passing,” the “Splice” director said.
“Scream” writer Kevin Williamson, who was working on “Crystal Lake” with Fuller, also took to X to share details about Fuller’s vision, teasing an hour-long chase episode and a story that centered the grief of Jason Voorhees’ mother.
“Bummin’ hard, so...
“Bryan Fuller’s Crystal Lake was well on its way to becoming another Hannibal-level reinvention that was simultaneously beautiful, sad, poetic, funny and horrifying. I mourn its passing,” the “Splice” director said.
“Scream” writer Kevin Williamson, who was working on “Crystal Lake” with Fuller, also took to X to share details about Fuller’s vision, teasing an hour-long chase episode and a story that centered the grief of Jason Voorhees’ mother.
“Bummin’ hard, so...
- 5/11/2024
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Bryan Fuller and A24 have severed ties over the “Friday the 13th” Peacock prequel series.
The show was announced in 2022 at Peacock with the title “Crystal Lake,” and while details were kept under wraps, the series was confirmed to be a prequel to the original 1980 slasher film that followed the Voorhees mother-son duo as teenagers were murdered at an abandoned summer camp.
The series will go on, IndieWire has confirmed. A24 will remain the studio and Peacock the platform — they’re currently searching for a new showunner. Production on the series had yet to start.
“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with. These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people to take the leap with me,” Fuller captioned on Instagram. “For reasons beyond our control, A...
The show was announced in 2022 at Peacock with the title “Crystal Lake,” and while details were kept under wraps, the series was confirmed to be a prequel to the original 1980 slasher film that followed the Voorhees mother-son duo as teenagers were murdered at an abandoned summer camp.
The series will go on, IndieWire has confirmed. A24 will remain the studio and Peacock the platform — they’re currently searching for a new showunner. Production on the series had yet to start.
“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with. These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people to take the leap with me,” Fuller captioned on Instagram. “For reasons beyond our control, A...
- 5/9/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Bryan Fuller has dramatically quit as showrunner on A24’s Friday The 13th prequel series Crystal Lake, citing creative differences.
Bryan Fuller, previously known for hit TV series Hannibal, has quit his role as showrunner on A24’s upcoming Friday The 13th prequel show, Crystal Lake.
Fuller made the announcement in an Instagram post, in which he stated that “A24 has elected to go a different direction with the material.”
“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with,” Fuller wrote, as shared by TheWrap. “These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavour. It requires people to take the leap with me.”
Fuller then sought to remind his followers of his previous success with Hannibal, which served as a prequel to the likes of Michael Mann’s Manhunter and Jonathan Demme’s Silence Of The Lambs.
Bryan Fuller, previously known for hit TV series Hannibal, has quit his role as showrunner on A24’s upcoming Friday The 13th prequel show, Crystal Lake.
Fuller made the announcement in an Instagram post, in which he stated that “A24 has elected to go a different direction with the material.”
“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with,” Fuller wrote, as shared by TheWrap. “These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavour. It requires people to take the leap with me.”
Fuller then sought to remind his followers of his previous success with Hannibal, which served as a prequel to the likes of Michael Mann’s Manhunter and Jonathan Demme’s Silence Of The Lambs.
- 5/9/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
It’s been quite a week for Crystal Lake, the Friday the 13th prequel series which has been in development from Hannibal‘s Bryan Fuller. Initial reports stated that A24 had pulled the plug on the project, but a subsequent report claimed it was still alive, just undergoing a “retooling.” Bryan Fuller has now taken to Instagram to address what’s going on with the series, and unfortunately, it sounds like he’s no longer involved.
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“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with,” Fuller wrote. “These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people to take the leap with me.“
Fuller continued: “When it works, as with Hannibal, the results can be powerful for the storytellers and the audience.
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“Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with,” Fuller wrote. “These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people to take the leap with me.“
Fuller continued: “When it works, as with Hannibal, the results can be powerful for the storytellers and the audience.
- 5/8/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
This week has brought a lot of confusion about “Crystal Lake,” A24, Peacock and Bryan Fuller’s (“Hannibal”) television series expansion of the Friday the 13th franchise. While reports and rumors spread about A24 pulling the plug on the series, we told you on Monday that that’s not exactly the case. Rather, the project is being retooled behind the scenes.
So what exactly is going on here? Bryan Fuller has taken to Instagram tonight to provide an update. The bad news? Fuller is no longer involved with the “Crystal Lake” series.
The good news? That doesn’t mean A24 is giving up hope on the project.
Fuller writes on Instagram, “Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with. These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people...
So what exactly is going on here? Bryan Fuller has taken to Instagram tonight to provide an update. The bad news? Fuller is no longer involved with the “Crystal Lake” series.
The good news? That doesn’t mean A24 is giving up hope on the project.
Fuller writes on Instagram, “Adapting classic horror is something I have some experience with. These shows require a vision that elevates and transforms, as well as delivers what audiences have come to expect, which is an ambitious and risky endeavor. It requires people...
- 5/8/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Tom Brady recently shared that the infamous 2004 Super Bowl halftime performance with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson was a “good thing” for the NFL.
The Super Bowl champion divulged his thoughts on the matter while discussing Super Bowl halftime shows on the “Let’s Go!” podcast, which Brady co-hosts with Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray.
Brady expressed that while competing in the Super Bowl, he hardly paid attention to halftime shows due to maintaining focus on the game.
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“Even, I remember, when we beat Carolina in 2003, we came off the field, and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson,” Brady recounted.
“[Reporters] were asking me about that, and I couldn’t even understand what they were telling me about. They were like, ‘Did you see the halftime show?...
The Super Bowl champion divulged his thoughts on the matter while discussing Super Bowl halftime shows on the “Let’s Go!” podcast, which Brady co-hosts with Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray.
Brady expressed that while competing in the Super Bowl, he hardly paid attention to halftime shows due to maintaining focus on the game.
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“Even, I remember, when we beat Carolina in 2003, we came off the field, and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson,” Brady recounted.
“[Reporters] were asking me about that, and I couldn’t even understand what they were telling me about. They were like, ‘Did you see the halftime show?...
- 2/15/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
Tom Brady is offering his thoughts on the 2004 Super Bowl halftime performance featuring Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake that remains a topic of debate to this day.
During the latest episode of Let’s Go!, Brady, who co-hosts the podcast with Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray, was asked for his opinion on Rihanna’s halftime show from Super Bowl Lvii that aired Sunday on Fox. After Brady praised Rihanna’s performance, Gray asked him whether the NFL players participating in the game are able to check out the splashy halftime shows, and the seven-time Super Bowl champion replied that he has been too focused on the game at hand to pay attention to the concerts.
“Even, I remember, when we beat Carolina in 2003, we came off the field, and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson,” Brady recalled. “[Reporters] were asking me about that,...
During the latest episode of Let’s Go!, Brady, who co-hosts the podcast with Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray, was asked for his opinion on Rihanna’s halftime show from Super Bowl Lvii that aired Sunday on Fox. After Brady praised Rihanna’s performance, Gray asked him whether the NFL players participating in the game are able to check out the splashy halftime shows, and the seven-time Super Bowl champion replied that he has been too focused on the game at hand to pay attention to the concerts.
“Even, I remember, when we beat Carolina in 2003, we came off the field, and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson,” Brady recalled. “[Reporters] were asking me about that,...
- 2/15/2023
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
NFL star Tom Brady said that Janet Jackson’s infamous wardrobe malfunction during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show was “probably a good thing” for the sport.
During the 2004 performance, Justin Timberlake ripped off a piece of Jackson’s clothing and exposed her breast to millions of viewers while the two performed “Rock Your Body”.
Brady recalled the incident during a recent episode of his Let’s Go! podcast with former NFL player Larry Fitzgerald and sportscaster Jim Gray.
“I didn’t see much. I’d much rather not see it when I’m playing,” Brady said about the famous halftime shows.
“Even I remember when we beat Carolina… We came off the field and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson. [The media was] asking me about that. I couldn’t even understand what they were telling me about. They said, ‘Did you see the halftime show?...
During the 2004 performance, Justin Timberlake ripped off a piece of Jackson’s clothing and exposed her breast to millions of viewers while the two performed “Rock Your Body”.
Brady recalled the incident during a recent episode of his Let’s Go! podcast with former NFL player Larry Fitzgerald and sportscaster Jim Gray.
“I didn’t see much. I’d much rather not see it when I’m playing,” Brady said about the famous halftime shows.
“Even I remember when we beat Carolina… We came off the field and that was when we had the wardrobe malfunction with Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson. [The media was] asking me about that. I couldn’t even understand what they were telling me about. They said, ‘Did you see the halftime show?...
- 2/14/2023
- by Tom Murray
- The Independent - TV
Tom Brady may also be retiring from thirst traps.
The seven-time Super Bowl winner recently addressed the viral photo of him posing stripped-down in nothing but his Brady Brand underwear. He stated that “those” styles of pictures won’t appear on his social media in the future too often.
Brady, 45, discussed his mindset behind uploading the photo on the SiriusXM podcast “Let’s Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray”.
“[The underwear] are actually amazing. I’m wearing ’em right now and I promise not to share too many more of those photos,” Brady shared on the podcast. The football champion also admitted that he didn’t even know what a “thirst trap” was when sharing the image.
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Did I do it right? @Edelman11 @RobGronkowski @bradybrand https://t.co/9bN6N3WbSN pic.twitter.com/3lSgRXKc0F...
The seven-time Super Bowl winner recently addressed the viral photo of him posing stripped-down in nothing but his Brady Brand underwear. He stated that “those” styles of pictures won’t appear on his social media in the future too often.
Brady, 45, discussed his mindset behind uploading the photo on the SiriusXM podcast “Let’s Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray”.
“[The underwear] are actually amazing. I’m wearing ’em right now and I promise not to share too many more of those photos,” Brady shared on the podcast. The football champion also admitted that he didn’t even know what a “thirst trap” was when sharing the image.
Read More: Rob Gronkowski Reacts To Tom Brady’s Underwear Thirst Trap Pic
Did I do it right? @Edelman11 @RobGronkowski @bradybrand https://t.co/9bN6N3WbSN pic.twitter.com/3lSgRXKc0F...
- 2/14/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
Country music icon Willie Nelson and Snoop Dogg have been friends “forever,” Nelson revealed.
It started with a 4/20 celebration in Amsterdam. That led to what could have been an awkward moment over a piece of chicken they both wanted. And they’ve been buddies ever since.
Nelson recently discussed their latest project, his love for the rap legend, and how their camaraderie came to be. Plus, he opened up about his health and how he prefers to indulge in marijuana since discovering the impact smoking it had on his lungs.
(L) Willie Nelson | Larry Hulst/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images (R) Snoop Dogg | Amy Sussman/Getty Images Snoop Dogg revealed the ‘most stoned’ he’s ever been was with his friend, ‘Willie f***ing Nelson’
According to Snoop, the “most stoned” he ever got in his life was during an Amsterdam encounter with “Willie f***ing Nelson,” during which the...
It started with a 4/20 celebration in Amsterdam. That led to what could have been an awkward moment over a piece of chicken they both wanted. And they’ve been buddies ever since.
Nelson recently discussed their latest project, his love for the rap legend, and how their camaraderie came to be. Plus, he opened up about his health and how he prefers to indulge in marijuana since discovering the impact smoking it had on his lungs.
(L) Willie Nelson | Larry Hulst/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images (R) Snoop Dogg | Amy Sussman/Getty Images Snoop Dogg revealed the ‘most stoned’ he’s ever been was with his friend, ‘Willie f***ing Nelson’
According to Snoop, the “most stoned” he ever got in his life was during an Amsterdam encounter with “Willie f***ing Nelson,” during which the...
- 2/9/2023
- by Katie Rook
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tom Brady is opening up about his decision to step away from football, for good.
In the first episode of the SiriusXM podcast “Let’s Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray” since Brady announced his retirement, the NFL legend details what made him decide “it’s time” to walk away from his 23 season-long career.
When asked how’s retired life, Brady joked: “You know, I’ve done it once before, so I’ve gotta figure this out and get good at this actually.”
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“It’s all pretty new,” he continued. “My friend says, ‘The future happens a day at a time.’ And I think with any great chapter that ends, there’s other great opportunities ahead. And I look forward to exploring a lot of other parts of life that have...
In the first episode of the SiriusXM podcast “Let’s Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray” since Brady announced his retirement, the NFL legend details what made him decide “it’s time” to walk away from his 23 season-long career.
When asked how’s retired life, Brady joked: “You know, I’ve done it once before, so I’ve gotta figure this out and get good at this actually.”
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“It’s all pretty new,” he continued. “My friend says, ‘The future happens a day at a time.’ And I think with any great chapter that ends, there’s other great opportunities ahead. And I look forward to exploring a lot of other parts of life that have...
- 2/7/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Tom Brady opened up about spending Christmas alone after his split from wife Gisele Bündchen earlier this year, telling sportscaster Jim Gray this holiday season will be a “new experience” for him.
“It’ll be a new experience that I’ve never had before that I’m going to have to learn how to deal with,” Brady said on his SiriusXM podcast, “Let’s Go! With Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray”. Brady will spend Christmas weekend in a hotel room ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ game against the Cardinals on Dec. 25 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Despite his long NFL career, the matchup will be Brady’s first-ever experience playing on Christmas.
“So you just asked a question about, ‘What have you learned from this football season?’ I’m going to learn how to deal with Christmas. Even in a hotel,” Brady told Gray. “I...
“It’ll be a new experience that I’ve never had before that I’m going to have to learn how to deal with,” Brady said on his SiriusXM podcast, “Let’s Go! With Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray”. Brady will spend Christmas weekend in a hotel room ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ game against the Cardinals on Dec. 25 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Despite his long NFL career, the matchup will be Brady’s first-ever experience playing on Christmas.
“So you just asked a question about, ‘What have you learned from this football season?’ I’m going to learn how to deal with Christmas. Even in a hotel,” Brady told Gray. “I...
- 12/21/2022
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
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Gisele Bündchen is going back to her roots. On Dec. 18, the supermodel shared snippets of a recent trip to Brazil with her kids Benjamin, 13, and Vivian, 10. "Recharging with my little ones in the country of my ❤️," Bündchen wrote on Instagram, also sharing the same caption in Portuguese. The series of photos shows the idyllic scenery of the Praia Brava beach in Bündchen's home country, where she spent quality time with the two children she shares with ex-husband Tom Brady.
Bündchen and Brady publicly announced the decision to end their 13-year marriage on Oct. 28. "With much gratitude for our time together, Tom and I have amicably finalized our divorce," Bündchen shared via Instagram Story. On his own account, Brady added, "We arrived at this decision to end our marriage after much consideration. Doing so is, of course, painful and difficult,...
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Gisele Bündchen is going back to her roots. On Dec. 18, the supermodel shared snippets of a recent trip to Brazil with her kids Benjamin, 13, and Vivian, 10. "Recharging with my little ones in the country of my ❤️," Bündchen wrote on Instagram, also sharing the same caption in Portuguese. The series of photos shows the idyllic scenery of the Praia Brava beach in Bündchen's home country, where she spent quality time with the two children she shares with ex-husband Tom Brady.
Bündchen and Brady publicly announced the decision to end their 13-year marriage on Oct. 28. "With much gratitude for our time together, Tom and I have amicably finalized our divorce," Bündchen shared via Instagram Story. On his own account, Brady added, "We arrived at this decision to end our marriage after much consideration. Doing so is, of course, painful and difficult,...
- 12/19/2022
- by Emily Oldenquist
- Popsugar.com
Gisele Bündchen made her first public appearance since announcing her split from Tom Brady in her native Brazil on Monday evening. The 42-year-old former supermodel looked like a golden goddess in a shimmering gown at Vivara's 60th anniversary dinner. Bündchen appeared to be in good spirits as she documented her night out on her Instagram Stories.
Bündchen's outing comes nearly two months after she and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback revealed they were divorcing following 13 years of marriage. In a statement shared on his Instagram Story, Brady wrote, "In recent days, my wife and I finalized our divorce from one another after 13 years of marriage." He continued, "We arrived at this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together. We are blessed with beautiful and wonderful children who will continue to be the center of our world in every way. We will continue to work together as...
Bündchen's outing comes nearly two months after she and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback revealed they were divorcing following 13 years of marriage. In a statement shared on his Instagram Story, Brady wrote, "In recent days, my wife and I finalized our divorce from one another after 13 years of marriage." He continued, "We arrived at this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together. We are blessed with beautiful and wonderful children who will continue to be the center of our world in every way. We will continue to work together as...
- 12/13/2022
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Tom Brady is calling a timeout on his emotions. After the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback was seen throwing a tablet and yelling at his teammates while on the sidelines for their recent NFL game, Tom is sharing more about how he plans to get his feelings in check. "I've gotta be really mindful of that going forward and getting my emotions in a good place so it allows me to be the best player I can be," Tom, 45, said during the Sept. 19 episode of the Let's Go! With Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray podcast. "I think there's an importance where you can become too overly emotional, which I definitely think I was yesterday. I've got to find a...
- 9/20/2022
- E! Online
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Tom Brady is defending his decision to take time off during football season. On Sept. 18, sources told NFL.com that the Buccaneers quarterback will reportedly take every Wednesday off practice. Brady, who previously announced his return to the field after retirement in March, will be replaced by backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert during his time off, the outlet noted.
"The fact that I've worked weekends for the last 23 years, I do deserve one day off a week."
On Sept. 19, during an episode of the "Let's Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald, and Jim Gray" podcast, Brady opened up about his decision to take personal days once a week during the season. "The fact that I've worked weekends for the last 23 years, I do deserve one day off a week," he said. ". . . I don't know if it's Wednesdays, but I get Tuesdays off," Brady clarified of his arrangement.
Tom Brady is defending his decision to take time off during football season. On Sept. 18, sources told NFL.com that the Buccaneers quarterback will reportedly take every Wednesday off practice. Brady, who previously announced his return to the field after retirement in March, will be replaced by backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert during his time off, the outlet noted.
"The fact that I've worked weekends for the last 23 years, I do deserve one day off a week."
On Sept. 19, during an episode of the "Let's Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald, and Jim Gray" podcast, Brady opened up about his decision to take personal days once a week during the season. "The fact that I've worked weekends for the last 23 years, I do deserve one day off a week," he said. ". . . I don't know if it's Wednesdays, but I get Tuesdays off," Brady clarified of his arrangement.
- 9/20/2022
- by Eden Arielle Gordon
- Popsugar.com
Mimic may not be one of the more widely-discussed titles in the ‘90s movies conversation these days, but the 1997 horror film—an early blockbuster attempt from a certain upstart director named Guillermo del Toro—is about to reenter said conversation on the back of a developing reboot television series.
Miramax Television is bringing the Mimic property back to the forefront with a small screen serial reboot, according to Deadline. The would-be series has been put under the creative auspices of action movie maker Paul W.S. Anderson, who is to direct the pilot and serve as executive producer, joined in the latter capacity by frequent partner Jeremy Bolt. However, the day-to-day duties will be handled by appointed showrunner and writer Jim Danger Gray, who will also serve as an executive producer. There’s no word yet if del Toro will have any involvement.
The 1997 movie, Mimic, was an adaptation of Donald A.
Miramax Television is bringing the Mimic property back to the forefront with a small screen serial reboot, according to Deadline. The would-be series has been put under the creative auspices of action movie maker Paul W.S. Anderson, who is to direct the pilot and serve as executive producer, joined in the latter capacity by frequent partner Jeremy Bolt. However, the day-to-day duties will be handled by appointed showrunner and writer Jim Danger Gray, who will also serve as an executive producer. There’s no word yet if del Toro will have any involvement.
The 1997 movie, Mimic, was an adaptation of Donald A.
- 8/5/2020
- by Joseph Baxter
- Den of Geek
“Mimic,” Guillermo del Toro’s classic sci-fi horror film, is getting a television adaptation from “Resident Evil” director Paul W.S. Anderson.
Deadline reported that Anderson will direct the series’ potential pilot and will executive produce the show with producing partner Jeremy Bolt. Jim Danger Gray (“Orange Is the New Black”) will write the adaptation, executive produce, and serve as showrunner. The Miramax TV project will reportedly be shopped to prospective buyers soon.
“Miramax TV couldn’t be more thrilled to be in business with Paul Anderson, Jeremy Bolt and Jim Danger Gray on ‘Mimic,’” Marc Helwig, Miramax TV’s head of worldwide television, told Deadline. “Paul is one of the leading filmmakers of his generation in the world of science fiction, and we are excited to bring a bold new take on this classic title to life in television that will make your skin crawl, scare the hell out of...
Deadline reported that Anderson will direct the series’ potential pilot and will executive produce the show with producing partner Jeremy Bolt. Jim Danger Gray (“Orange Is the New Black”) will write the adaptation, executive produce, and serve as showrunner. The Miramax TV project will reportedly be shopped to prospective buyers soon.
“Miramax TV couldn’t be more thrilled to be in business with Paul Anderson, Jeremy Bolt and Jim Danger Gray on ‘Mimic,’” Marc Helwig, Miramax TV’s head of worldwide television, told Deadline. “Paul is one of the leading filmmakers of his generation in the world of science fiction, and we are excited to bring a bold new take on this classic title to life in television that will make your skin crawl, scare the hell out of...
- 8/5/2020
- by Tyler Hersko
- Indiewire
A TV reboot of the 1997 sci-fi horror film “Mimic” is in development at Miramax TV with Paul W.S. Anderson on board to direct the pilot and executive produce.
The series, an adaptation of Donald A. Wollheim’s short story of the same name, will be led by Jim Danger Gray who will write and serve as showrunner. Anderson’s longtime producing partner Jeremy Bolt will be an executive producer as well.
“Mimic” centers on genetically engineered insects who evolve and develop the ability to mimic their human prey. The 1997 film was co-written and directed by Guillermo del Toro and produced by Miramax’s Dimension Films label and Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam and Josh Brolin. The movie spawned a pair of direct-to-video sequels in 2001 (“Mimic 2”) and 2003 (“Mimic 3: Sentinel”).
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The reboot is among the first major projects under new head of worldwide television Marc Helwig,...
The series, an adaptation of Donald A. Wollheim’s short story of the same name, will be led by Jim Danger Gray who will write and serve as showrunner. Anderson’s longtime producing partner Jeremy Bolt will be an executive producer as well.
“Mimic” centers on genetically engineered insects who evolve and develop the ability to mimic their human prey. The 1997 film was co-written and directed by Guillermo del Toro and produced by Miramax’s Dimension Films label and Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam and Josh Brolin. The movie spawned a pair of direct-to-video sequels in 2001 (“Mimic 2”) and 2003 (“Mimic 3: Sentinel”).
Also Read: Jon Hamm to Star in 'Fletch' Reboot at Miramax
The reboot is among the first major projects under new head of worldwide television Marc Helwig,...
- 8/4/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Miramax Television is rebooting cult 1997 horror sci-fi thriller movie Mimic as a TV series. Paul Ws Anderson is set to direct the potential pilot and executive produce the series with his longtime producing partner Jeremy Bolt.
Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is the New Black) will write the adaptation, executive produce and serve as showrunner. Based on Donald A. Wollheim’s short story of the same name, Mimic revolves around genetically engineered insects who evolve, developing the ability to mimic their human prey, and the race to stop them from taking over.
This marks one of the highest-profile projects at Miramax TV since Marc Helwig was appointed Head of Worldwide Television in May, when he indicated that mining the Miramax film library for TV projects is “is one important part” of his strategy.
“Miramax TV couldn’t be more thrilled to be in business with Paul Anderson, Jeremy Bolt and Jim Danger Gray on Mimic,...
Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is the New Black) will write the adaptation, executive produce and serve as showrunner. Based on Donald A. Wollheim’s short story of the same name, Mimic revolves around genetically engineered insects who evolve, developing the ability to mimic their human prey, and the race to stop them from taking over.
This marks one of the highest-profile projects at Miramax TV since Marc Helwig was appointed Head of Worldwide Television in May, when he indicated that mining the Miramax film library for TV projects is “is one important part” of his strategy.
“Miramax TV couldn’t be more thrilled to be in business with Paul Anderson, Jeremy Bolt and Jim Danger Gray on Mimic,...
- 8/4/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot starring Naomi Watts is not going to series at HBO, Variety has confirmed with sources.
The cast and crew of the pilot were recently informed that HBO had passed on the project. The potential series was set to take place thousands of years prior to the events of the original series.
HBO declined to comment.
In addition to Watts, the pilot starred Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie, Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim, Ivanno Jeremiah, Georgie Henley, Alex Sharp, Toby Regbo, Miranda Richardson, Marquis Rodriquez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, and Dixie Egerickx.
Jane Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin, whose “A Song of Ice and Fire” novel series served as the basis for “Game of Thrones.” Goldman and Martin wrote the story, with Goldman writing the teleplay. She would also have served as showrunner. She and Martin were executive producers along with Sj Clarkson,...
The cast and crew of the pilot were recently informed that HBO had passed on the project. The potential series was set to take place thousands of years prior to the events of the original series.
HBO declined to comment.
In addition to Watts, the pilot starred Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie, Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim, Ivanno Jeremiah, Georgie Henley, Alex Sharp, Toby Regbo, Miranda Richardson, Marquis Rodriquez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, and Dixie Egerickx.
Jane Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin, whose “A Song of Ice and Fire” novel series served as the basis for “Game of Thrones.” Goldman and Martin wrote the story, with Goldman writing the teleplay. She would also have served as showrunner. She and Martin were executive producers along with Sj Clarkson,...
- 10/29/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Turns out George R.R. Martin may not have been getting your hopes up about additional “Game of Thrones” spinoffs after all.
Soon after HBO programming president Casey Bloys revealed during the Television Critics Association press tour Wednesday that production had wrapped on the untitled “GoT” prequel pilot starring Naomi Watts, he told TheWrap the pay-tv channel is still “possibly” considering ordering pilots for additional spinoff projects that are in development.
“I think we have one or two more scripts,” he told us. “But we’re gonna see what happens with this one.”
Bloys wouldn’t say if he meant the decision to order another pilot will be made after this one (which is now in editing) is or isn’t ordered to series, or after the potential show airs. Actually, he wouldn’t...
Soon after HBO programming president Casey Bloys revealed during the Television Critics Association press tour Wednesday that production had wrapped on the untitled “GoT” prequel pilot starring Naomi Watts, he told TheWrap the pay-tv channel is still “possibly” considering ordering pilots for additional spinoff projects that are in development.
“I think we have one or two more scripts,” he told us. “But we’re gonna see what happens with this one.”
Bloys wouldn’t say if he meant the decision to order another pilot will be made after this one (which is now in editing) is or isn’t ordered to series, or after the potential show airs. Actually, he wouldn’t...
- 7/24/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Production has wrapped on HBO’s Naomi Watts-led “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot, which began shooting in Belfast, Ireland this summer, Casey Bloys said during the Television Critics Association press tour on Wednesday.
The HBO programming boss also addressed the online petition that was started by fans asking the pay-tv channel to remake the final season of “GoT” with “competent writers” (a dig at showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss) which he says “shows a lot of enthusiasm.”
“Look, I take all of the activity around the finale as — there are very, very few downsides to having a hugely popular show, but one I can think of is when you try to end it, many people have big opinions on how it should end,” Bloys told reporters. “I think that just comes with the territory.”
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Star Conleth Hill Calls Final-Season Backlash 'a Media-Led Hate Campaign'
“The petition,...
The HBO programming boss also addressed the online petition that was started by fans asking the pay-tv channel to remake the final season of “GoT” with “competent writers” (a dig at showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss) which he says “shows a lot of enthusiasm.”
“Look, I take all of the activity around the finale as — there are very, very few downsides to having a hugely popular show, but one I can think of is when you try to end it, many people have big opinions on how it should end,” Bloys told reporters. “I think that just comes with the territory.”
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Star Conleth Hill Calls Final-Season Backlash 'a Media-Led Hate Campaign'
“The petition,...
- 7/24/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
The “Game of Thrones” prequel might be the cure for what’s ailing fans who did not care for how Dan Weiss and David Benioff’s ended the main series last month. If Naomi Watts, the star of the currently untitled HBO pilot, is to be believed, you “won’t be let down” by this one, guys.
“It makes me very excited, yeah, goosebumps all over,” Watts, who leads the cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret, told the Associated Press earlier this week. “It is intimidating. It’s very exciting. And yes, having just come off the last series, where the world was blowing up over it. Everything was ‘Game of Thrones’ related. All the advertising on TV, every article — everyone’s jumping on that bandwagon. So, it is scary.”
“But hopefully those fans come along and get to find something new and interesting in this world as well,...
“It makes me very excited, yeah, goosebumps all over,” Watts, who leads the cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret, told the Associated Press earlier this week. “It is intimidating. It’s very exciting. And yes, having just come off the last series, where the world was blowing up over it. Everything was ‘Game of Thrones’ related. All the advertising on TV, every article — everyone’s jumping on that bandwagon. So, it is scary.”
“But hopefully those fans come along and get to find something new and interesting in this world as well,...
- 6/21/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
The American Gods season 2 finale has Shadow learning about his true self, War of the Worlds 2.0, and lots of Crispin Glover.
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This American Gods review contains spoilers.
American Gods Season 2 Episode 8
One of the biggest moments in mass media history has never even been hinted at on American Gods, and it took New Media long enough to latch on to one of Old Media's most successful stunts. On October 30th, 1938, Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater on the Air program scared Americans to no end with a realistic, gripping take on an alien invasion the likes of which never happened before and has never happened since. October 30, 1938, a young dramatist and his company of actors took an adaptation of H.G. Wells and made history, scaring the daylights out of Americans coast to coast and causing a panic in those unlucky enough to catch the program after the opening.
Whether...
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This American Gods review contains spoilers.
American Gods Season 2 Episode 8
One of the biggest moments in mass media history has never even been hinted at on American Gods, and it took New Media long enough to latch on to one of Old Media's most successful stunts. On October 30th, 1938, Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater on the Air program scared Americans to no end with a realistic, gripping take on an alien invasion the likes of which never happened before and has never happened since. October 30, 1938, a young dramatist and his company of actors took an adaptation of H.G. Wells and made history, scaring the daylights out of Americans coast to coast and causing a panic in those unlucky enough to catch the program after the opening.
Whether...
- 4/29/2019
- Den of Geek
Spoiler Alert: This story contains details of tonight’s American Gods Season 2 finale.
“In American Gods, as you know, one of the things that’s always been important to me is the idea that it’s set in the real world,” professes Neil Gaiman of both his acclaimed 2001 novel and the Starz series upon which it is based. “It’s not set in the Marvel Universe and it’s not set in the DC Universe. It’s not set in a heightened reality place, it’s actually set in our world, where weird sh*t happens.”
Certainly there was an abundance of weirdness in tonight’s American Gods Season 2 finale “Moon Shadow.”
Following the death of the drunken and pugilistic supposed leprechaun Mad Sweeney (Pablo Schreiber) in the penultimate episode, the Old Gods are now turning against their shifty leader Mr. Wednesday (Ian McShane). As New Gods kingpin Mr. World...
“In American Gods, as you know, one of the things that’s always been important to me is the idea that it’s set in the real world,” professes Neil Gaiman of both his acclaimed 2001 novel and the Starz series upon which it is based. “It’s not set in the Marvel Universe and it’s not set in the DC Universe. It’s not set in a heightened reality place, it’s actually set in our world, where weird sh*t happens.”
Certainly there was an abundance of weirdness in tonight’s American Gods Season 2 finale “Moon Shadow.”
Following the death of the drunken and pugilistic supposed leprechaun Mad Sweeney (Pablo Schreiber) in the penultimate episode, the Old Gods are now turning against their shifty leader Mr. Wednesday (Ian McShane). As New Gods kingpin Mr. World...
- 4/29/2019
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot at HBO is beefing up its cast.
Marquis Rodriquez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, and Dixie Egerickx have all been cast in series regular roles. As with all things “Game of Thrones,” the exact nature of the characters each will be playing is being kept under tight wraps.
Rodriguez will next be seen starring in the Netflix miniseries “When They See Us” from director Ava DuVernay, which is based on the true story of the Central Park Five. He also had a role in the Marvel-Netflix shows “Luke Cage” and “Iron Fist.” He is repped by Paradigm, Sinclair Management, and Jackoway Tyerman.
Simm’s previous television credits include “Collateral,” “Doctor Who,” The Catch,” “Life on Mars, and “The Canterbury Tales.” He is repped by Independent Talent Group.
McCabe has appeared in shows such as “Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams,” “Harlots,” “Collateral,...
Marquis Rodriquez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, and Dixie Egerickx have all been cast in series regular roles. As with all things “Game of Thrones,” the exact nature of the characters each will be playing is being kept under tight wraps.
Rodriguez will next be seen starring in the Netflix miniseries “When They See Us” from director Ava DuVernay, which is based on the true story of the Central Park Five. He also had a role in the Marvel-Netflix shows “Luke Cage” and “Iron Fist.” He is repped by Paradigm, Sinclair Management, and Jackoway Tyerman.
Simm’s previous television credits include “Collateral,” “Doctor Who,” The Catch,” “Life on Mars, and “The Canterbury Tales.” He is repped by Independent Talent Group.
McCabe has appeared in shows such as “Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams,” “Harlots,” “Collateral,...
- 3/27/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
HBO is rounding out its ensemble cast for its Game Of Thrones prequel pilot. Marquis Rodriguez (When They See Us), John Simm (Strangers), Richard McCabe (Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams), John Heffernan (Dracula) and Dixie Egerickx (The Secret Garden) are set as series regulars in the drama pilot from writer Jane Goldman and author/Got co-executive producer George R.R. Martin.
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: From the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend — it’s not the story we think we know.
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: From the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend — it’s not the story we think we know.
- 3/27/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO continues to add Westeros residents to its “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot, announcing the addition of five more actors.
The new cast members are Marquis Rodriguez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, Dixie Egerickx, which brings the cast list for the untitled prequel to 16.
No character details are currently available for any of these parts on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post) and set to go into production this summer. However, lead Naomi Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Prequel: Here's Everything We Know About the HBO Pilot So Far
Along with Watts and Richardson, the cast includes “Harry Potter” alum Miranda Richardson, Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie (who will next appear in J.J. Abrams’ “Star Wars” franchise), Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim (“Harlots...
The new cast members are Marquis Rodriguez, John Simm, Richard McCabe, John Heffernan, Dixie Egerickx, which brings the cast list for the untitled prequel to 16.
No character details are currently available for any of these parts on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post) and set to go into production this summer. However, lead Naomi Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Prequel: Here's Everything We Know About the HBO Pilot So Far
Along with Watts and Richardson, the cast includes “Harry Potter” alum Miranda Richardson, Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie (who will next appear in J.J. Abrams’ “Star Wars” franchise), Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim (“Harlots...
- 3/27/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
A few weeks before “Game of Thrones” begins its final season, HBO has added another resident of Westeros to its prequel pilot: “Harry Potter ” alum Miranda Richardson.
No character details are currently available for any of these parts on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post) and set to go into production this summer. But we do know lead Naomi Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Along with Watts and Richardson, the cast includes Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie (who will next appear in J.J. Abrams’ “Star Wars” franchise), Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim (“Harlots”), Ivanno Jeremiah (“Black Mirror”), Georgie Henley (“The Chronicles of Narnia”), Alex Sharp (“To the Bone”) and Toby Regbo (“Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”).
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Season 8: Here's the Length of the...
No character details are currently available for any of these parts on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post) and set to go into production this summer. But we do know lead Naomi Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Along with Watts and Richardson, the cast includes Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie (who will next appear in J.J. Abrams’ “Star Wars” franchise), Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim (“Harlots”), Ivanno Jeremiah (“Black Mirror”), Georgie Henley (“The Chronicles of Narnia”), Alex Sharp (“To the Bone”) and Toby Regbo (“Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”).
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Season 8: Here's the Length of the...
- 3/18/2019
- by Tim Baysinger and Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Oscar-nominated Miranda Richardson has joined the ensemble cast of HBO’s Game Of Thrones prequel pilot, from writer Jane Goldman and author/Got co-executive producer George R.R. Martin.
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
She joins previously announced series regulars Naomi Watts, Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie, Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim, Ivanno Jeremiah, Georgie Henley, Alex Sharp and Toby Regbo.
Goldman serves as showrunner and...
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
She joins previously announced series regulars Naomi Watts, Josh Whitehouse, Naomi Ackie, Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim, Ivanno Jeremiah, Georgie Henley, Alex Sharp and Toby Regbo.
Goldman serves as showrunner and...
- 3/18/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Sara Lee Hess, an executive producer on HBO’s Game Of Thrones prequel pilot from Jane Goldman and George R.R Martin, has signed a two-year overall deal with the premium cable network.
Created by Goldman & Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’s history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
Goldman will serve as showrunner and executive produce alongside Martin, Hess as well as fellow Got co-executive producer Vince Gerardis and Damages and Bloodline co-creator/exec producer Daniel Zelman,...
Created by Goldman & Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’s history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
Goldman will serve as showrunner and executive produce alongside Martin, Hess as well as fellow Got co-executive producer Vince Gerardis and Damages and Bloodline co-creator/exec producer Daniel Zelman,...
- 2/27/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
As the battle for the Iron Throne prepares to enter its final season, there’s already one Game of Thrones spinoff in the works, and HBO’s programming president says there could be more. Maybe.
“I don’t want to build a programming lineup that is dependent on the next Game of Thrones franchise coming,” Casey Bloys declared today as HBO held it multi-show TCA presentation. GoT‘s final season debuts April 14.
Related‘Game Of Thrones’ Finale Is “Satisfying” & “Spectacular” Promises HBO Boss – TCA
“That said, it’s an incredibly rich world that George has created,” the exec noted of the George Rr Martin books on which the multiple Emmy-winning blockbuster series from EPs David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are based. “So, I think we’d be crazy not to take a shot, but it’s not going to be the sole focus of our programming efforts.”
“We’re going...
“I don’t want to build a programming lineup that is dependent on the next Game of Thrones franchise coming,” Casey Bloys declared today as HBO held it multi-show TCA presentation. GoT‘s final season debuts April 14.
Related‘Game Of Thrones’ Finale Is “Satisfying” & “Spectacular” Promises HBO Boss – TCA
“That said, it’s an incredibly rich world that George has created,” the exec noted of the George Rr Martin books on which the multiple Emmy-winning blockbuster series from EPs David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are based. “So, I think we’d be crazy not to take a shot, but it’s not going to be the sole focus of our programming efforts.”
“We’re going...
- 2/9/2019
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Naomi Watts got her first taste at “Game of Thrones” madness, laughing her way through an interview, trying to deflect questions about the upcoming HBO prequel.
Speaking at Variety’s Sundance Studio, presented by At&T — where Watts was on hand for her film “Luce,” which premieres Sunday night at festival — the actress insisted she had to stay mum on all things “Game of Thrones.”
“Do you really think I’m going to tell you that? Are you trying to catch me off guard?” Watts laughed, when asked about the plot of her prequel series.
While Watts wasn’t going to reveal anything about the plot or her character, she did express her excitement over the role.
“It’s a fantastic world, isn’t it? I think there’s so many brilliant elements to that series that make it very exciting, very appealing,” Watts said. “I don’t want to dig...
Speaking at Variety’s Sundance Studio, presented by At&T — where Watts was on hand for her film “Luce,” which premieres Sunday night at festival — the actress insisted she had to stay mum on all things “Game of Thrones.”
“Do you really think I’m going to tell you that? Are you trying to catch me off guard?” Watts laughed, when asked about the plot of her prequel series.
While Watts wasn’t going to reveal anything about the plot or her character, she did express her excitement over the role.
“It’s a fantastic world, isn’t it? I think there’s so many brilliant elements to that series that make it very exciting, very appealing,” Watts said. “I don’t want to dig...
- 1/27/2019
- by Elizabeth Wagmeister
- Variety Film + TV
The Game of Thrones prequel seems to be moving along at a nice pace, a whole host of names have been added to the cast including Jamie Campbell Bower and Denise Gough.
The prequel, titled ‘The Long Night’ has also added Naomi Ackie (Star Wars: Episode IX), Sheila Atim (Harlots), Toby Regbo (Reign), Alex Sharp (To the Bone), Georgie Henley (The Chronicles of Narnia) and Ivanno Jeremiah (Humans). The new additions join Naomi Watts and Josh Whitehouse who had previously been announced.
Sj Clarkson, who now finds herself with some free time since Paramount shelved Star Trek 4, will be taking on directorial duties on the series.
The prequel will take place ten thousand years before the events of ‘Thrones,’ the project hails from beloved scribe Jane Goldman and chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin.
The prequel, titled ‘The Long Night’ has also added Naomi Ackie (Star Wars: Episode IX), Sheila Atim (Harlots), Toby Regbo (Reign), Alex Sharp (To the Bone), Georgie Henley (The Chronicles of Narnia) and Ivanno Jeremiah (Humans). The new additions join Naomi Watts and Josh Whitehouse who had previously been announced.
Sj Clarkson, who now finds herself with some free time since Paramount shelved Star Trek 4, will be taking on directorial duties on the series.
The prequel will take place ten thousand years before the events of ‘Thrones,’ the project hails from beloved scribe Jane Goldman and chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin.
- 1/9/2019
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Just as “Game of Thrones” is coming to an end, HBO is working on breathing new life into Westeros with a prequel pilot that will flesh out some of the series’ backstory that all you die-hard fans have been craving for years.
While details are few and far between at the moment, we know way more than we probably would about the project, thanks to George R.R. Martin. The “A Song of Ice and Fire” series author is helping to develop the project and he refuses to stop teasing it.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Prequel Adds 8 to Cast
1. We know who is in charge.
Ordered to pilot last year, the project from Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Jane Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones” series in the era known as the “Age of Heroes.”
Goldman wrote the pilot from...
While details are few and far between at the moment, we know way more than we probably would about the project, thanks to George R.R. Martin. The “A Song of Ice and Fire” series author is helping to develop the project and he refuses to stop teasing it.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Prequel Adds 8 to Cast
1. We know who is in charge.
Ordered to pilot last year, the project from Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Jane Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones” series in the era known as the “Age of Heroes.”
Goldman wrote the pilot from...
- 1/9/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Sj Clarkson has been tapped to direct and executive produce HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel pilot from feature writer Jane Goldman and author/Got co-executive producer George R.R. Martin. Naomi Ackie, Denise Gough, Jamie Campbell Bower, Sheila Atim, Ivanno Jeremiah, Georgie Henley, Alex Sharp and Toby Regbo are set as series regulars, joining previously cast Naomi Watts and Josh Whitehouse.
I hear Clarkson was recruited by HBO for Got after she recently became available. Earlier this year, Clarkson was the first female director to be tapped to direct a Star Trek movie when she was hired to helm...
I hear Clarkson was recruited by HBO for Got after she recently became available. Earlier this year, Clarkson was the first female director to be tapped to direct a Star Trek movie when she was hired to helm...
- 1/8/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot at HBO is starting to round out its cast.
Josh Whitehouse has joined the project, though the exact nature of his role is being kept under wraps. Whitehouse is now the second actor officially cast in the pilot, with Naomi Watts having been announced as one of the leads on Tuesday.
Taking place thousands of years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” the new show chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend–it’s not the story we think we know.
Jane Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin, whose “A Song of Ice and Fire” novel series serves as the basis for “Game of Thrones.
Josh Whitehouse has joined the project, though the exact nature of his role is being kept under wraps. Whitehouse is now the second actor officially cast in the pilot, with Naomi Watts having been announced as one of the leads on Tuesday.
Taking place thousands of years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” the new show chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend–it’s not the story we think we know.
Jane Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin, whose “A Song of Ice and Fire” novel series serves as the basis for “Game of Thrones.
- 10/31/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Josh Whitehouse has been cast in a key role in the ensemble cast of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot, an individual with knowledge of the casting told TheWrap.
Whitehouse’s addition makes him the second actor cast on the Jane Goldman and George R.R. Martin-created project, following Tuesday’s announcement that Naomi Watts will have a leading role.
No character details are currently available for Whitehouse’s part on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post.) But we do know Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Also Read: George Rr Martin Says 'Game of Thrones' Prequel Pilot Will Be Called 'The Long Night'
Ordered to pilot earlier this year, the project from Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones...
Whitehouse’s addition makes him the second actor cast on the Jane Goldman and George R.R. Martin-created project, following Tuesday’s announcement that Naomi Watts will have a leading role.
No character details are currently available for Whitehouse’s part on the prequel pilot, which is currently untitled (unless you are going by Martin’s recent blog post.) But we do know Watts has been cast as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Also Read: George Rr Martin Says 'Game of Thrones' Prequel Pilot Will Be Called 'The Long Night'
Ordered to pilot earlier this year, the project from Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones...
- 10/31/2018
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: HBO has set Josh Whitehouse to a lead role in HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel pilot from writer Jane Goldman and author/Got co-executive producer George R.R. Martin that has Naomi Watts heading a fast-forming ensemble cast.
Whitehouse is a British actor who starred in Northern Soul and most recently wrapped the lead role in The Happy Worker, the David Lynch-exec produced drama directed by Lynch protege Duwayne Dunham. Whitehouse next stars in MGM’s musical retelling of the cult classic Valley Girl, playing the lead role originated by Nicolas Cage. He currently can be seen in the BBC series Poldark, and on billboards as the face of Burberry’s new fragrance campaign, ‘Mr. Burberry.’
The story line and roles are being kept close to the vest at HBO, which would not comment.
The untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones.
Whitehouse is a British actor who starred in Northern Soul and most recently wrapped the lead role in The Happy Worker, the David Lynch-exec produced drama directed by Lynch protege Duwayne Dunham. Whitehouse next stars in MGM’s musical retelling of the cult classic Valley Girl, playing the lead role originated by Nicolas Cage. He currently can be seen in the BBC series Poldark, and on billboards as the face of Burberry’s new fragrance campaign, ‘Mr. Burberry.’
The story line and roles are being kept close to the vest at HBO, which would not comment.
The untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones.
- 10/31/2018
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
George R.R. Martin was so excited to welcome Naomi Watts into the “Game of Thrones” family yesterday that he might have slipped up and revealed the name of the HBO fantasy series’ prequel pilot. Or, you know, decided to give it away for free.
“Casting is now underway for The Long Night, the first of the Game Of Thrones successor series to ordered to film,” Martin wrote on his Not a Blog blog Tuesday. “HBO has just announced the first cast member: Naomi Watts is coming on board as one of our stars. I could not be more excited. Welcome to Westeros, Naomi.”
Ok, so yes, HBO did announce Watts’ casting as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret — but that was it. No further details were given about her character, the plot or the prequel pilot’s title.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Prequel: Naomi Watts Cast...
“Casting is now underway for The Long Night, the first of the Game Of Thrones successor series to ordered to film,” Martin wrote on his Not a Blog blog Tuesday. “HBO has just announced the first cast member: Naomi Watts is coming on board as one of our stars. I could not be more excited. Welcome to Westeros, Naomi.”
Ok, so yes, HBO did announce Watts’ casting as a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret — but that was it. No further details were given about her character, the plot or the prequel pilot’s title.
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- 10/31/2018
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Diana and The Glass Castle’s Naomi Watts has been cast to lead the charge in George R.R. Martin’s ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel.
Character details are being kept top secret but rumour has it she will be playing a prominent “charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.”
The prequel will take place ten thousand years before the events of ‘Thrones,’ the project hails from beloved scribe Jane Goldman and chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour.
Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin. Watts is the first casting announcement, which means further name drops are imminent.
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Earlier in the year, Martin had already confirmed that there were three more prequels in development covering different time periods.
“Three more ‘Game of Thrones’ prequels, set in different periods...
Character details are being kept top secret but rumour has it she will be playing a prominent “charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.”
The prequel will take place ten thousand years before the events of ‘Thrones,’ the project hails from beloved scribe Jane Goldman and chronicles the world’s descent from the Golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour.
Goldman co-created the project with George R.R. Martin. Watts is the first casting announcement, which means further name drops are imminent.
Also in news – ‘It’ director Andy Muschietti to helm Manga adaptation ‘Attack on Titan’
Earlier in the year, Martin had already confirmed that there were three more prequels in development covering different time periods.
“Three more ‘Game of Thrones’ prequels, set in different periods...
- 10/31/2018
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Star to play charismatic socialite in series from Jane Goldman and George R R Martin.
Naomi Watts has become the first big name cast in HBO’s pilot for a prequel series to Game Of Thrones.
Watts will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret in the as yet untitled project, created by UK screenwriter Jane Goldman and original Thrones novelist George R R Martin.
HBO ordered the pilot in June. The premium cable network had been developing several Thrones prequel series but is believed to have put the others on hold until the Goldman/Martin project, which is...
Naomi Watts has become the first big name cast in HBO’s pilot for a prequel series to Game Of Thrones.
Watts will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret in the as yet untitled project, created by UK screenwriter Jane Goldman and original Thrones novelist George R R Martin.
HBO ordered the pilot in June. The premium cable network had been developing several Thrones prequel series but is believed to have put the others on hold until the Goldman/Martin project, which is...
- 10/30/2018
- by John Hazelton
- ScreenDaily
HBO has cast Naomi Watts in its “Game of Thrones” prequel, the network announced on Tuesday.
Ordered to pilot earlier this year, the untitled project from “Game of Thrones” author George R. R. Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Jane Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones” series in the era known as the “Age of Heroes.”
Watts will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret, but further details about her character and the plot are not being made public.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Season 8: Here's Everything We Know About the Series' Epic Ending - So Far
According to HBO, the drama “chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’s history to the true origin of the white walkers,...
Ordered to pilot earlier this year, the untitled project from “Game of Thrones” author George R. R. Martin and “Kingsman” screenwriter Jane Goldman is set thousands of years before the events of the current “Game of Thrones” series in the era known as the “Age of Heroes.”
Watts will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret, but further details about her character and the plot are not being made public.
Also Read: 'Game of Thrones' Season 8: Here's Everything We Know About the Series' Epic Ending - So Far
According to HBO, the drama “chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’s history to the true origin of the white walkers,...
- 10/30/2018
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Naomi Watts will star in the “Game of Thrones” prequel pilot at HBO that hails from Jane Goldman, Variety has learned.
The exact details of Watts’ character are being kept under wraps, but it is known she is playing “a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.”
It was recently announced that Watts had signed on to play Gretchen Carlson in the Roger Ailes limited series currently in the works at Showtime. She previously appeared in Showtime’s revival of “Twin Peaks,” and is known for her roles in films like “Mulholland Drive,” “I Heart Huckabees,” “Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” “St. Vincent,” “The Ring,” “King Kong, and “J. Edgar.” Watts also earned Academy Award nominations for her roles in “21 Grams” and “The Impossible.” She is repped by CAA, Untitled Entertainment, and Hansen Jacobson.
Taking place thousands of years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” Goldman’s...
The exact details of Watts’ character are being kept under wraps, but it is known she is playing “a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.”
It was recently announced that Watts had signed on to play Gretchen Carlson in the Roger Ailes limited series currently in the works at Showtime. She previously appeared in Showtime’s revival of “Twin Peaks,” and is known for her roles in films like “Mulholland Drive,” “I Heart Huckabees,” “Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” “St. Vincent,” “The Ring,” “King Kong, and “J. Edgar.” Watts also earned Academy Award nominations for her roles in “21 Grams” and “The Impossible.” She is repped by CAA, Untitled Entertainment, and Hansen Jacobson.
Taking place thousands of years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” Goldman’s...
- 10/30/2018
- by Justin Kroll and Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
After lengthy negotiations, Naomi Watts has signed on to lead the ensemble cast of HBO’s Game Of Thrones prequel pilot, from writer Jane Goldman and author/Got co-executive producer George R.R. Martin.
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
The creative team behind the project is not giving away much about Watts’ character — she will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Goldman serves as showrunner...
Created by Goldman and Martin and written by Goldman based on a story by her and Martin, the untitled prequel takes place thousands of years before the events of Game Of Thrones. It chronicles the world’s descent from the golden Age of Heroes into its darkest hour. And only one thing is for sure: from the horrifying secrets of Westeros’ history to the true origin of the white walkers, the mysteries of the East to the Starks of legend… it’s not the story we think we know.
The creative team behind the project is not giving away much about Watts’ character — she will play a charismatic socialite hiding a dark secret.
Goldman serves as showrunner...
- 10/30/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Lynn Collins (Man On Carrion Road), Athena Karkanis (Low Winter Sun), Carly Pope (24) and Barbara Eve Harris (Prison Break) have been cast as series regulars in the USA Network pilot Poor Richard's Almanack (working title), from Legendary TV, Universal Cable Prods. and executive producer Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is The New Black). Weaving between modern day and a possible future where characters have changed radically, Poor Richard's Almanack is a character thriller about…...
- 10/8/2015
- Deadline TV
Parenthood’s Sam Jaeger and Lost alum Harold Perrineau are set to star in the USA Network pilot Poor Richard’s Almanack, from Legendary TV, Universal Cable Prods. and executive producer Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is The New Black). Weaving between modern day and a possible future where characters have changed radically, Poor Richard’s Almanack is a character thriller about a cadre of heroes who emerge as the new “Founding Fathers” after America is pushed to the brink of…...
- 9/24/2015
- Deadline TV
Neil Marshall (Game of Thrones) has signed on to direct USA Network's drama pilot Poor Richard’s Almanack. Jordan Hayes (Helix) is set for a starring role in the project from writers Jim Danger Gray (Orange is the New Black) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones), Legendary TV and Universal Cable Prods. Weaving between modern day and a possible future where characters have changed radically, Poor Richard’s Almanack is described as an edge-of-your-seat character thriller…...
- 9/16/2015
- Deadline TV
USA Network has given a pilot order to Poor Richard’s Almanack, a drama project developed by Legendary Television. The high-concept thriller drama, written by executive producer Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is The New Black) and consulting producer Miguel Sapochnik (Game Of Thrones), weaves between modern day and a possible future where characters have changed radically and revolves around a cadre of heroes who emerge as the new “Founding Fathers,” after America is pushed to…...
- 7/23/2015
- Deadline TV
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