ELFQUEST Animated Series in Development at Fox
Fox is producing an animated series adaptation of the epic fantasy adventure comic series Elfquest. The series is created by Wendy and Richard Pini, from Rodney Rothman and Adam Rosenberg’s Modern Magic. The series will be written by Susan Hurwitz Arneson (The Last Amazon) who will also serve as showrunner and executive producer.
Elfquest debuted in 1978, and was published by Dark Horse Comics. It’s set in a fantastical world and follows the adventures of a group of elves, known as the Wolfriders, as they navigate their way through a richly detailed and magical landscape. They struggle to survive and coexist on a primitive Earth-like planet with two moons.
Wendy and Richard Pini said in a statement: “ElfQuest couldn’t be in better hands. Our collaborators trust the story. We have the highest regard for their previous achievements, and they have our blessing and input. We know their adaptation of ElfQuest will be a dream come true.”
Rothman added: “Wendy and Richard created and sustained one of the most successful independent comics of all time. It’s vividly influenced many of our favorite movies and creators. Along with Susan Arneson, we see their achievement as a perfect jumping off point to explore how post-Spider-Verse animation can take the fantasy genre someplace we haven’t seen before. If you’re an artist who this speaks to, let us know. We’re looking for you.”
This could be a great series if it’s done right!
Source: Deadline