Revelations Entertainment Takes Over 1980s Horror Novel Series “Necroscope” – Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Best-selling book by English author Brian Lumley Obituary The sci-fi / horror novel series is adapted by Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary’s Revelations Entertainment across multiple mediums including episodic television, animated films, video games, graphic novels and emerging formats.

The 1980s series covers over 19 novels and short stories and has been translated into nine languages, and still in print today around the world as they are simultaneously released as audiobooks and in new collectible formats.

McCreary (Invictus, Madam Secretary) and Gary Lucchesi (Underworld, Million Dollar Baby, Emily Rose Exorcism) from Revelations team up with Glenn Hetrick (Star Trek Discovery, Face-to-Face) and Michael McKay (Underworld Blood Wars, The Boy) on the subsidiary rights long sought for Obituary novels they plan to develop. Hetrick conceptualized the adaptation of Obituary since its original release to the screen.

“The Obituary The universe allows us to explore global horror themes in a way never before achieved and is a great addition to our list of epic, award-winning, large-scale PIs, which includes the work of the science visionary- fiction Arthur C. Clarke, ”McCreary said.

Freeman adds: “One of the questions that humanity has faced throughout history is: where do stories of good and bad come from and why are they surprisingly similar between different cultures across the world? history?

McKay added, “It’s way too epic… and just too good… to relegate it to one movie. We have a nuanced, layered sci-fi / horror tapestry that is unlike anything that has ever been put on screen… it’s a once in a lifetime project, worth savoring. The material deserves it, and the public too. There is so much to love about this series – but for me it comes down to one thing… BIGGEST BAD GUY EVER! “

Lucchesi added, “We are very grateful to Glenn Hetrick for sharing his vision for this remarkable and award-winning franchise. A wonderful story of good versus evil.

Hetrick exclaimed, “I am fully committed to bringing to life each molecule of the visually compelling elements that make up this sprawling literary universe, and I intend to do so with terrifying veracity. It is, in short, the work of my life. Coupled with an integrity of both character and story, this unique approach will allow us to ‘raise the curtain’ for a whole new generation of global audience members while honoring the legacy so adored by the huge base of fans. Of course, we’ll be following Harry Keogh on his journey as we uncover the terrible secrets of shapeshifter alien Vamphyri… and as we chart the main arcs over multiple seasons, we have the opportunity to dive deep into the diverse and global roster. of psychics. agents as they help uncover their shocking origin. The adaptation work draws heavily on the verisimilitude of Lumley’s rich supernatural mythology – particularly as it relates to its parallels to real-world philosophies, religions and history… the science of magic… founding our most terrifying fictional reality story ever created.