Key Takeaways:
– Brad Caleb Kane, co-showrunner and executive producer of the upcoming HBO's It prequel series, has taken over as the new showrunner for the ‘Crystal Lake'.
– Kane also holds the responsibilities as creator, writer, and executive producer for the reboot of the Friday 13th series.
– Former showrunner Bryan Fuller and Jim Danger Gray were fired due to delays and budget issues.
– The series intends to offer a deconstruction of the first four Friday the 13th films.
Hello, horror movie enthusiasts! Do you remember that strange chill that ran down your spine with every episode of Friday the 13th? Well, guess what? That familiar eerie feeling is about to make a comeback with a twist, and we have a new captain steering the ship!
Let's rewind a bit. Last Halloween, we got the exciting news that Victor Miller, the original writer of Friday the 13th, is gearing up for a brand new project. Together with a power-packed team – lawyer Marc Toberoff, rights holder Rob Barsamian, and production house A24 – he announced the making of a new streaming series named ‘Crystal Lake'.
Initially, Bryan Fuller, of Hannibal and Pushing Daisies fame, was chosen as the showrunner. But alas, things didn't go as planned. Due to late scripts, concerns over Fuller's vision, an overextending budget, and other issues, Fuller and his long-time collaborator Jim Danger Gray were let go in April. The future of Crystal Lake seemed uncertain until now.
According to a recent report by Deadline, things are looking up for Crystal Lake. Swooping in to save the day is none other than Brad Caleb Kane, the co-showrunner and executive producer of HBO's upcoming ‘It' prequel. Kane is more than thrilled to dive into this feat, and intends to use his experience from working on shows like Fringe, Black Sails, and many more, to breathe new life into this classic series.
Kane will not only be spearheading the project as the showrunner, but he'll also stride in as the creator, writer, and executive producer. Exciting, right? But wait, there's more. Will Kane use any snippets from the original scripts and outlines that Fuller left behind, or will he start from scratch? This million-dollar question remains unanswered. Kane's only tease so far, shared in a statement, showcases his enthusiasm and deep-rooted love for the genre.
Adding to the intrigue, an interesting plan is revealed for the series. The intention is to deconstruct the first four Friday the 13th films, each season focusing on a different aspect. For instance, the first season is expected to deal with the aftermath of young Jason Voorhees's drowning and his mother Pam's revenge rampage. Isn't it spine-chilling already?
However, it's not all smooth sailing. The original budget for each Crystal Lake episode was planned at a whopping $9.6 million, a size A24 wants to scale down. With these changes in place, it will indeed be interesting to see if Kane, with his new vision, can make that happen.
So, how are you feeling about Brad Caleb Kane being chosen as the new showrunner for Crystal Lake? Do you share his excitement for this horror classic's revival? Let us know in the comments!
There you have it, folks! It's time to buckle up and prepare for a thrilling return to Crystal Lake, with our new skipper Brad Caleb Kane. We'll be eagerly waiting for further updates, and you can bet we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
Happy Halloween, in advance!
