Lionsgate is teaming up with renowned Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook to develop the first English-language TV series adaptation of the beloved action movie, Oldboy. Park, who directed and co-wrote the original film, will serve as a producer alongside his partner Syd Lim. The series will aim to capture the raw emotional power and iconic fight scenes that made the 2003 movie a classic, marking the first English-language adaptation of the property.
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."
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.
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.
Park Chan-wook's film "Oldboy" celebrates its 20th anniversary with a rerelease in U.S. cinemas. The film, which won the Grand Prix at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, played a significant role in kickstarting the Korean Wave and raising global interest in Korean cinema. "Oldboy" had a lasting impact on a generation of Korean film professionals and influenced works like Netflix's "Squid Game." Despite its extreme violence, the film continues to captivate audiences with its intense storytelling and visceral experience. Park's early experiences during South Korea's pro-democracy uprising influenced his filmmaking, channeling feelings of rage and revenge into his work.
