BREAKING MOVIE/TV NEWS

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

"X-Men" Live-Action TV Series



According to reports, the Fox network noted for "Gotham", based on DC Comics' characters, will now also work with Marvel Television, confirming a 'put pilot' commitment for a new TV series, based on the "X-Men":


20th Century Fox Television and Marvel Television will co-produce a new, live-action "X-Men" TV series with the involvement of writer Matt Nix ("Burn Notice") and producers Bryan Singer, Lauren Shuler Donner, Simon Kinberg, Jeph Loeb and Jim Chory.


"Developing a Marvel property has been a top priority for the network...


"...and we are so pleased with how Matt Nix has led us into this thrilling universe," said David Madden, president, entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company. 


"There's comic book adventure, emotional and complicated relationships and a rich, existing mythology from which to draw. 


"With the brilliant production crew behind this project, it has all the makings of a big, fun and exciting new series."


"Working with Marvel on a television series for Fox has been a professional dream for our head of development, Michael Thorn, and all of us at the studio," said Jonathan Davis, president, creative affairs, 20th Century Fox Television. 


"Matt, Lauren, Bryan, Simon, Jeph and Jim are a powerhouse team of creative artists, and we can’t wait to get started...


"...on what will easily be one of this development season's most exciting new projects..."


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