‘Friday the 13th’ Prequel Series From A24, Peacock Loses Showrunner as Bryan Fuller Exits
The world of “Friday the 13th” is taking a dramatic vuelta, much like the plot twists we love in the iconic series. Hollywood’s buzzing, amigos, and here’s the chisme: Peacock, in collaboration with A24, is stirring up the caldo with a prequel series that promises to take us back to the eerie shadows of Camp Crystal Lake. But ay, there’s a twist in the storyline behind the scenes, too!
Previously, Bryan Fuller, a big nombre in TV with credits like “Hannibal” and “American Gods,” was all set to steer this spooky ship as the showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Announced in the glowing hopes of 2022, Fuller was the creative captain… until, bueno, he wasn’t. Taking to Twitter, Fuller revealed he’s been let go due to “creative differences.” Como dice el dicho, “not everything goes as planned,” and it seems A24 is now on the hunt for a new showrunner to conjure up the scares.
Fuller expressed his deseos that, despite the shake-up, fans across the globe will find the final product to be everything they hope for from a “Friday the 13th” production. A sentiment we all share, verdad?
While this news sent little ripples of shock, the scoop came initially from the InSneider newsletter, hinting at troubles brewing last week. As per insiders, although this cambio is significant, it hasn’t affected the series’ green light at Peacock. The plan to chill spines remains intact, and the search for new leadership is moving rápido to keep everything on track. Todavía, there’s been no word on casting or production dates, but the anticipation? Muy caliente!
Adding to the drama, Victor Miller, the maestro who penned the original slasher flick, is sticking around as an executive producer. After battling it out in court for the screenplay rights, gracias to a 2021 ruling, Miller now holds the U.S. rights. Together with Marc Toberoff and Rob Barsamian, the team has a complete palette to paint this prequel with the deep, dark colors of the original films.
Pero, that’s not all the buzz around Fuller. Recently, he found himself wrapped up in a less-than-stellar spotlight with allegations of sexual harassment during a docuseries production on queer horror. Acusaciones include inappropriate behavior and creating a tense atmosphere for his team, a far cry from the brilliant mind fans have admired.
Rewinding to 1980, the “Friday the 13th” saga began with a tragic tale at Camp Crystal Lake where young Jason meets his doom, triggering a chain of vengeance led by his mourning madre, Pamela. This chilling story captivated audiences, turning a modestly-budgeted film into a multimillion-dollar franchise adorned with eleven more films, including mash-ups and reboots that kept fans at the edge of their seats.
As this new chapter unfolds, or better dicho, is rewritten, enthusiasts of the franchise are holding their breath, hoping that the essence of “Friday the 13th” remains intact even as new minds aim to bring fresh blood to the storyline. Will this prequel series honor the eerie legacy of Jason and his haunting haunt? Solo el tiempo dirá, amigos.
So, stay tuned, horror buffs and thrill-seekers! Get ready to return to that fateful camp, where every rustle in the dark whispers secrets of the past. ¡Vamos a ver qué nos depara el destino with this chilling escapada back to Camp Crystal Lake!
