Syfy has a flashy new reboot of its own
The NBCUniversal-owned cable network has handed out a straight-to-series order for a new take on horror franchiseAn episode count and premiere date have yet to be determined. The news was announced Saturday at the Television Critics Association's winter press tour, where Syfy was attending alongside corporate siblings from NBCU.
will explore the horror that unfolds in a small idyllic American town after a vintage Chucky doll turns up at a suburban yard sale and the chaos the ensues when as a series of murders exposes the town's hypocrisies and secrets. Meanwhile, the arrival of enemies and allies from Chucky's past threatens to expose the truth behind the slayings as well as the doll's untold origins.
David Kirschner and Nick Antosca will exec produce via the latter's Eat the Cat banner. Universal Content Productions, where Antosca is based under an overall deal, is the studio. Harley Peyton will also executive produce. "The character Don and David created has terrified audiences for over 30 years. The longevity and legacy of Chucky speaks to the creative storytelling and the loyal fans the film series has collected over the years,” USA and Syfy president Chris McCumber. “We are excited to once again partner with Nick and UCP on this new Syfy series, and are incredibly proud to bring Chucky to television for the first time with the original creators.
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