Re: Sci-Fi Classic "Earth Abides" Greenlit as TV Series Starring Alexander Ludwig

lynnmcguire5@gmail.com wrote:

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/earth-abides-tv-show-alexander-

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MGM+ is doing a new take on George R. Stewart�s post-apocalyptic
novel with showrunner Todd Komarnicki.
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This will probably be cool.
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Lynn

George R. Stewart�s classic sci-fi novel Earth Abides has been officially
greenlit as a limited series for streaming channel MGM+.

The story follows the aftermath of a global plague and is being adapted by
creator and showrunner Todd Komarnicki (Sully), and has signed Alexander
Ludwig (Vikings, The Covenant) to star. Previously announced as in
development, MGM+ plans six episodes to tell the 1949 book�s tale.

From the official description: �Leading character Ish (Ludwig) is a brilliant
but solitary young geologist living a semi-isolated life who awakens from a
coma only to find that there is no one left alive but him. A plague of
unprecedented virulence has swept the globe, and yes, there are a few
scattered survivors, but there are no rules. His journey is to learn the
difference between sanctuary and survival and to open his heart to love if
he is to find meaning in his life after the great machine of civilization has
broken down.�

Stephen King has said Earth Abides was one of his inspirations for his famed
novel The Stand.

�It has been an unmitigated thrill to adapt such a seminal sci-fi work, and
the themes illuminated by George Stewart 75 years ago could not be more
meaningful and timelier for the world we are living in today,� said
Komarnicki. �Despite the chaos and division that greets us every morning in
the news, the truth remains that the way forward for society is through unity,
compassion, forgiveness, understanding, and grace.�

�It�s very special to reintroduce Earth Abides to fans of George Stewart�s
seminal work of science fiction, as well as to a new generation,� added
Michael Wright, head of MGM+. �The story�s messages of humanity, hope, and
compassion are as relevant today as they were nearly a century ago.�

Earth Abides will begin production in Vancouver on April 8 and is expected
to premiere later this year.

The series is produced by MGM+ Studios and executive producers Kearie Peak
and Lighthouse Productions� Michael Phillips and Juliana Maio.

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Let's go Brandon!