Victor Hugo’s “Les Misérables” is set to make its television debut, thanks to the Weinstein Co. and BBC. The companies announced on Thursday that they will develop a six-part miniseries of the acclaimed classic set in 19th century France.
The project will be a co-production between BBC Studios and Lookout Point for BBC One in association with Weinstein Television. Andrew Davies, who also wrote the adaptation for ‘War & Peace’ for the two companies, will write the script based on the novel that depicted French convict Jean Valjean’s struggles to escape his past while being hunted for decades over a parole violation by Inspector Javert.
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“’Les Miserables’ is a huge iconic title,” Davies said in a release. “Most of us are familiar with the musical version which only offers a fragmentary outline of its story.
The project will be a co-production between BBC Studios and Lookout Point for BBC One in association with Weinstein Television. Andrew Davies, who also wrote the adaptation for ‘War & Peace’ for the two companies, will write the script based on the novel that depicted French convict Jean Valjean’s struggles to escape his past while being hunted for decades over a parole violation by Inspector Javert.
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“’Les Miserables’ is a huge iconic title,” Davies said in a release. “Most of us are familiar with the musical version which only offers a fragmentary outline of its story.
- 7/21/2016
- by Liz Calvario
- Indiewire
Six-part series will be adapted by War And Peace scribe Andrew Davies.
BBC1 has commissioned a six-part adaptation of Victor Hugo’s 19th century classic Les Misérables from the team behind War & Peace [pictured].
The 6 x 60-minute series will be adapted by War And Peace screenwriter Andrew Davies and co-produced by the drama’s producers Lookout Point and BBC Studios, in association with Weinstein Television.
Lookout Point first mooted the second Weinstein collaboration back in February after War And Peace closed with a consolidated average audience of 7.1m (24.3%).
The series will tell the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict unable to escape the shadow of his past life, and his relentless pursuit by the chilling police officer Javert, against the backdrop of civil unrest in France.
The series was commissioned by director of content Charlotte Moore and acting drama of BBC drama commissioning Lucy Richer.
The executive producers will be Davies, Bethan Jones for BBC...
BBC1 has commissioned a six-part adaptation of Victor Hugo’s 19th century classic Les Misérables from the team behind War & Peace [pictured].
The 6 x 60-minute series will be adapted by War And Peace screenwriter Andrew Davies and co-produced by the drama’s producers Lookout Point and BBC Studios, in association with Weinstein Television.
Lookout Point first mooted the second Weinstein collaboration back in February after War And Peace closed with a consolidated average audience of 7.1m (24.3%).
The series will tell the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict unable to escape the shadow of his past life, and his relentless pursuit by the chilling police officer Javert, against the backdrop of civil unrest in France.
The series was commissioned by director of content Charlotte Moore and acting drama of BBC drama commissioning Lucy Richer.
The executive producers will be Davies, Bethan Jones for BBC...
- 7/21/2016
- ScreenDaily
“Les Miserables” is headed to the small-screen, thanks to the BBC, Weinsteins and screenwriter Andrew Davies. The new six-part, six-hour adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel “Les Mis” will be a BBC Studios and Lookout Point co-production for BBC One, in association with Weinstein Television. Davies, Bethan Jones, Faith Penhale, Simon Vaughan, and Harvey Weinstein are executive producers. The project was commissioned by Charlotte Moore and Lucy Richer. BBC Worldwide will distribute “Les Miserables” globally, with the exception of the U.S. and China, where Weinstein Television has the rights. Harvey’s company also holds an option for Canada.
- 7/21/2016
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Following on from making history by scoring three BAFTA nominations last week, acclaimed British scribe Jack Thorne ("Skins," "The Last Panthers," "The Fades") has signed on to pen an event series adaptation of Philip Pulman's epic fantasy novel trilogy "His Dark Materials" for BBC One.
The novels follow an orphan girl who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Searching for a kidnapped friend, she uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. In the second book, she is joined on her journey by a boy who possesses a knife that can cut windows between worlds.
The "His Dark Materials" series has been published in more than forty languages and has sold worldwide close to 17.5 million copies. The first book, "Northern Lights," was adapted into the 2007 Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman film "The Golden Compass" which was a critical and commercial disappointment.
The novels follow an orphan girl who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Searching for a kidnapped friend, she uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and a mysterious phenomenon called Dust. In the second book, she is joined on her journey by a boy who possesses a knife that can cut windows between worlds.
The "His Dark Materials" series has been published in more than forty languages and has sold worldwide close to 17.5 million copies. The first book, "Northern Lights," was adapted into the 2007 Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman film "The Golden Compass" which was a critical and commercial disappointment.
- 4/4/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Things are about to get Dusty across the pond.
BBC One has commissioned a drama series based on His Dark Materials, the trilogy of epic fantasy novels by Philip Pullman.
The saga opens by following Lyra, an orphan who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Lyra’s search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and turns into a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust.
Pullman said in a statement, “It’s been a constant source of pleasure to me to see this story adapted to different...
BBC One has commissioned a drama series based on His Dark Materials, the trilogy of epic fantasy novels by Philip Pullman.
The saga opens by following Lyra, an orphan who lives in a parallel universe in which science, theology and magic are entwined. Lyra’s search for a kidnapped friend uncovers a sinister plot involving stolen children and turns into a quest to understand a mysterious phenomenon called Dust.
Pullman said in a statement, “It’s been a constant source of pleasure to me to see this story adapted to different...
- 11/3/2015
- TVLine.com
Sir Tom Jones, Michael Sheen and Katherine Jenkins are among the Welsh stars that will take part in a one-off performance of Under Milk Wood.
BBC Wales is putting on a production of the famous "play for voices" from Welsh playwright Dylan Thomas, to mark the 60th anniversary of the first BBC radio broadcast of the play in 1954.
It also marks 100 years since the birth of Thomas, who was also famous for his plays and other radio broadcasts.
BBC One Wales will air the performance in early May, while the rest of the UK will be able to access it via BBC iPlayer.
Matthew Rhys, Griff Rhys Jones, Aneurin Barnard, Ioan Gruffudd, Charlotte Church and Eve Myles are also part of the cast.
Tom Ellis, Iwan Rheon, Kimberley Nixon and Aimee-Ffion Edwards will also play their part in the celebratory performance.
Katherine Jenkins said: "It was wonderful to be involved...
BBC Wales is putting on a production of the famous "play for voices" from Welsh playwright Dylan Thomas, to mark the 60th anniversary of the first BBC radio broadcast of the play in 1954.
It also marks 100 years since the birth of Thomas, who was also famous for his plays and other radio broadcasts.
BBC One Wales will air the performance in early May, while the rest of the UK will be able to access it via BBC iPlayer.
Matthew Rhys, Griff Rhys Jones, Aneurin Barnard, Ioan Gruffudd, Charlotte Church and Eve Myles are also part of the cast.
Tom Ellis, Iwan Rheon, Kimberley Nixon and Aimee-Ffion Edwards will also play their part in the celebratory performance.
Katherine Jenkins said: "It was wonderful to be involved...
- 4/16/2014
- Digital Spy
BBC America has picked up Season 2 of fantasy drama “Atlantis” after just one episode. From the creators of “Merlin” and “Misfits,” “Atlantis” delivered the highest rated series premiere ever for the cable channel’s programming block, Supernatural Saturday, with 838,000 total viewers. The drama, from Urban Myth Films, is a co-production between BBC Cymru Wales and BBC America. Johnny Capps, Julian Murphy and Howard Overman executive-produce “Atlantis” for Urban Myth Films with Bethan Jones for BBC Cymru Wales. Also read: ‘Doctor Who’ 50th Anniversary Special Sets Records for BBC America “’Atlantis’ is off to a fantastic start and is the centerpiece of our Saturday.
- 11/27/2013
- by Jethro Nededog
- The Wrap
As you know, because we’ve been reminding you incessantly, the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary special, Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor, airs November 23, simulcast around the world. Not surprisingly, BBC America will be playing an encore of the special that evening here in the U.S. What you may not know is that will be followed by their latest Supernatural Saturday series, Atlantis.
We have a cool trailer and a press release with all the details, followed by a synopsis of Episode 1:
Trailer: Atlantis
New Fantasy Series Atlantis Follows Doctor Who 50th Anniversary Special in BBC America’S Biggest Supernatural Saturday Ever From the creators of Merlin and BAFTA award-winning series Misfits
New York – October 24, 2013 – BBC America’s Supernatural Saturday brings the iconic lost city to life in new 13-part fantasy-adventure series, Atlantis. When Jason (Jack Donnelly, Dancing on the Edge) sets out to find his father,...
We have a cool trailer and a press release with all the details, followed by a synopsis of Episode 1:
Trailer: Atlantis
New Fantasy Series Atlantis Follows Doctor Who 50th Anniversary Special in BBC America’S Biggest Supernatural Saturday Ever From the creators of Merlin and BAFTA award-winning series Misfits
New York – October 24, 2013 – BBC America’s Supernatural Saturday brings the iconic lost city to life in new 13-part fantasy-adventure series, Atlantis. When Jason (Jack Donnelly, Dancing on the Edge) sets out to find his father,...
- 11/7/2013
- by Erin Willard
- ScifiMafia
If you're as much a fan of the big beasties found in mythology as we are, you'll be happy to hear some of them are heading to BBC America's Supernatural Saturday lineup. Read on for the first details on "Atlantis."
From the Press Release:
BBC America announced today the channel will co-produce new thrilling fantasy drama "Atlantis" to premiere as part of Supernatural Saturdays in fall 2013. "Atlantis," created by Howard Overman ("Misfits"), Julian Murphy ("Merlin"), and Johnny Capps ("Merlin"), is set in a time of legendary heroes and mythical creatures. The action packed (13 x 60) series brings to life the vast store of Greek myths and legends re-imagined for a new generation. "Atlantis" is an Urban Myth Films production for BBC Cymru Wales co-produced with BBC America.
The cast includes Mark Addy ("Game of Thrones"), Jemima Rooper (pictured above; "One Man," "Two Guvnors," "Hex"), Juliet Stevenson ("The Hour"), Sarah Parish...
From the Press Release:
BBC America announced today the channel will co-produce new thrilling fantasy drama "Atlantis" to premiere as part of Supernatural Saturdays in fall 2013. "Atlantis," created by Howard Overman ("Misfits"), Julian Murphy ("Merlin"), and Johnny Capps ("Merlin"), is set in a time of legendary heroes and mythical creatures. The action packed (13 x 60) series brings to life the vast store of Greek myths and legends re-imagined for a new generation. "Atlantis" is an Urban Myth Films production for BBC Cymru Wales co-produced with BBC America.
The cast includes Mark Addy ("Game of Thrones"), Jemima Rooper (pictured above; "One Man," "Two Guvnors," "Hex"), Juliet Stevenson ("The Hour"), Sarah Parish...
- 7/22/2013
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
The BBC and Starz’ upcoming season of Torchwood is being renamed to reflect the heart of the major plotline. Originally titled Torchwood: The New World in reference to the show’s move to the States, the series will now be called Torchwood: Miracle Day.
The plot of this season of the British series will involve the miracle of the absence of death. At first one day, and then another,… and then another, where no one on Earth dies. Here’s showrunner Russell T. Davies’ explanation of the plot:
“The premise is a miracle happens in the world. One day, on Earth, no one dies. The next day, no one dies. The day after that, no one dies. The [people who are] dying, keep dying … but don’t actually die. The possibility of death ceases to exist. Which is great for some people. But it’s an instant overnight population boom. The earth...
The plot of this season of the British series will involve the miracle of the absence of death. At first one day, and then another,… and then another, where no one on Earth dies. Here’s showrunner Russell T. Davies’ explanation of the plot:
“The premise is a miracle happens in the world. One day, on Earth, no one dies. The next day, no one dies. The day after that, no one dies. The [people who are] dying, keep dying … but don’t actually die. The possibility of death ceases to exist. Which is great for some people. But it’s an instant overnight population boom. The earth...
- 1/11/2011
- by Lillian 'zenbitch' Standefer
- ScifiMafia
The BBC have confirmed that the new series of Torchwood will be titled Miracle Day and that the 10 part series will premiere on July 1 at 9Pm on BBC One, Starz will also broadcast the series on the same day with a time slot still to be announced.
A press release and synopsis has also been released which you can read below:
BBC Cymru Wales, BBC Worldwide and Us premium entertainment network, Starz Entertainment, today announced new cast, plot and character details for the new series of hit BBC One hit drama Torchwood. This highly anticipated new series will have the title Torchwood: Miracle Day and will premiere this July.
ER and Lie To Me star Mekhi Phifer will play Rex Matheson, a C.I.A. operative who joins forces with Captain Jack and Gwen Cooper to fight a global conspiracy that reaches from Washington to Wales and the slums of Shanghai whilst Bill Pullman,...
A press release and synopsis has also been released which you can read below:
BBC Cymru Wales, BBC Worldwide and Us premium entertainment network, Starz Entertainment, today announced new cast, plot and character details for the new series of hit BBC One hit drama Torchwood. This highly anticipated new series will have the title Torchwood: Miracle Day and will premiere this July.
ER and Lie To Me star Mekhi Phifer will play Rex Matheson, a C.I.A. operative who joins forces with Captain Jack and Gwen Cooper to fight a global conspiracy that reaches from Washington to Wales and the slums of Shanghai whilst Bill Pullman,...
- 1/8/2011
- by noreply@blogger.com (Flicks News)
- FlicksNews.net
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