BBC One has commissioned three new series for 2013, one of which is an ambitious six-part series based on Susanna Clarke acclaimed best-selling 2004 period fantasy drama "Jonathan Strange And Mr Norrell". Set in an alternate England during the Napoleonic Wars, the story follows a magician and his apprentice who use their powers to help the … [Read more...]
Details Emerge On CW’s “Amazon” Series
November 30, 2012 by
As previously reported, Warner Brothers TV is developing a series adaptation of DC's Wonder Woman character entitled "Amazon" at The CW. Now, a casting director has been set and a wide ranging search has begun to find a young woman who fits the mould of the title character. In this "Smallville"-esque incarnation, we'll see how she became the … [Read more...]
11/21/2012 – Deloitte Women of Influence Luncheon Series – Janet Wood
November 21, 2012 by
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Alex Proyas Plans “Evolve” TV Series
November 4, 2012 by
"I, Robot" and "Dark City" helmer Alex Proyas is set to direct and executive produce the ABC sci-fi drama series "Evolve" which was penned by "Eureka" co-creator Jaime Paglia. The series is based on Tim Lebbon's "Toxic City" trilogy of novels and is set two years after a mysterious biological agent released over Los Angeles has rendered it so … [Read more...]
“Chopper” Comic & Web Series Becomes Film
November 4, 2012 by
The L.A.-based marketing agency Dilemma is seeking co-producers for a feature film adaptation of Martin Shapiro's horror comic "Chopper". Described as a modern-day spin on "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", the story follows a headless motorcycle rider looking for vengeance in the afterlife. Earlier this year, Dilemma produced an ambitious nine … [Read more...]
Oprah Develops Drama Series For HBO
October 25, 2012 by
HBO is developing a new untitled drama series with Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Films says The Live Feed. The hourlong will center on a wealthy academic who has become the first black president of a prestigious liberal arts college. He and his family are thrust into national headlines, forcing them to present an idyllic public façade, all while … [Read more...]
TNT Plans Koontz “Frankenstein” Series
October 17, 2012 by
TNT, Lionsgate Television and 1019 Entertainment are all set to develop a drama series based on the five Frankenstein novels by Dean Koontz says Deadline. Two centuries after he seemingly died in a battle with his original monster in the Arctic, Victor Helios (Frankenstein) is living in present day New Orleans. Using his science to keep himself … [Read more...]
“Son of Ernest” To Reboot The Series
October 16, 2012 by
Ruckusfilm is planning a reboot/sequel to the "Ernest" comedy film series entitled "Son of Ernest" reports Variety. The Ernest P. Worrell character, played by the late Jim Varney, appeared in nine films from 1987 to 1998 after he began life as a character in commercials. Dan Ewen is penning the screenplay and will produce the film which centers … [Read more...]
“Mockingbird Lane” Could Go To Series
October 14, 2012 by
With a date set, NBC has begun the promo push for the "Munsters" aborted reboot pilot turned Halloween special "Mockingbird Lane". Along with some new photos they've also released the first 30-second commercial which you can watch below. Producer Bryan Fuller also tells Dread Central that all hope is not lost on the project becoming a series. … [Read more...]
NBC Planning An “About a Boy” TV Series
September 29, 2012 by
"Parenthood" executive producer Jason Katims is developing a half-hour single camera comedy series based on the Nick Hornby book "About A Boy" and its 2002 movie adaptation starring Hugh Grant reports Deadline. The story follows the relationship between a bachelor man-child and the young boy who moves in next door with his kooky single mother. … [Read more...]
