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entertainment1 year ago

Park Chan-wook Developing 'Oldboy' TV Series with Lionsgate

Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook is teaming up with Lionsgate Television to develop an English-language TV series adaptation of his 2003 revenge thriller "Oldboy," which was loosely based on a manga. The series will aim to capture the raw emotional power, iconic fight scenes, and visceral style that made the film a classic. Park, known for his visionary storytelling, has previously produced successful adaptations and is set to work on HBO's new limited series "The Sympathizer."

via Hollywood Reporter|
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entertainment1 year ago

Park Chan-Wook and Lionsgate Developing 'Oldboy' TV Series

Acclaimed filmmaker Park Chan-wook is partnering with Lionsgate Television to adapt his renowned film "Oldboy" into an English-language series, marking his first foray into television. The original 2003 film, part of Park's Vengeance trilogy, follows a man imprisoned for 15 years who seeks revenge upon his release. The series aims to capture the raw emotional power and iconic fight scenes of the film, with Park expressing excitement about the collaboration. Park, known for his visionary storytelling, has a track record of acclaimed works and is represented by WME, Industry Entertainment, and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller.

via Deadline|
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entertainment1 year ago

"Park Chan-wook Developing 'Oldboy' TV Series with Lionsgate"

Lionsgate Television is collaborating with Park Chan-wook to develop an English-language TV adaptation of his iconic film "Oldboy," with Park set to produce the series. Originally released in 2003, "Oldboy" tells the story of a man held captive for 15 years and then suddenly released with a mysterious ultimatum. The series aims to capture the raw emotional power and iconic fight scenes that made the film a classic, and it would not be the first English-language version of "Oldboy," as an American adaptation was released in 2013.

via Variety|
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entertainment2 years ago

Twilight Takes Over TV Screens with New Series Announcement

Lionsgate Television is reportedly developing a television series adaptation of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight Saga, though it's unclear if it will be a straight retelling of the books or a different take on the story. Sinead Daly will write the script, and Meyer, along with Twilight movie producer Wyck Godfrey and former Lionsgate co-president Erik Feig, are expected to be involved as executive producers. No streaming platform or network has been announced yet. This news comes just a week after Warner Bros. Discovery announced its 10-year commitment to create an adaptation of all seven Harry Potter books for its Max streaming platform.

via IGN|
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entertainment2 years ago

Lionsgate Developing 'Twilight' TV Series.

Lionsgate Television is in early development of a TV series based on Stephanie Meyer's best-selling book series, Twilight. The franchise is a major component of Lionsgate's intellectual property, having grossed over $3.4B globally. Meyer is expected to be involved, but no writer has been attached yet. The Twilight films recently moved from Netflix to NBCUniversal's Peacock. Lionsgate also owns The Hunger Games franchise, which it is continuing to expand this year.

via Deadline|
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entertainment2 years ago

Lionsgate TV Developing 'Twilight' Series.

Lionsgate Television is developing a TV series adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's best-selling book series, Twilight. The project is in its early stages and does not yet have a network or writer attached. The film franchise's producer, Wyck Godfrey, and former Lionsgate Motion Picture Group co-president, Erik Feig, are set to executive produce the series. The Twilight films recently moved to NBCUniversal's Peacock after a stint at Netflix. The news comes as HBO Max confirmed it was in early development of a Harry Potter television adaptation.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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