HBO Max Orders Three New Series, One Based on Prequel to 'Practical Magic'

HBO Max has released info on three new series that they are using to build up their streaming service selection. All three new series are from Warner Bros. TV. The first in the lineup is Rules of Magic, based on the book that is the prequel to the book and 1998 film Practical Magic. The series is being created by Melissa Rosenberg (Jessica Jones). Variety reports the following synopsis for the series:

Set in 1960s New York City, the series follows three troubled siblings — Franny, Jet and Vincent Owens — who wrestle with “abnormalities” that have kept them isolated. But the tumultuous times unearth the extraordinary discovery that they are, in fact, descendants of a bloodline of witches. The two sisters will become the revered, and sometimes feared, aunts in “Practical Magic,” while their brother will leave an unexpected legacy.

Next up is the series Generation, which was created by 17 year old Zelda Barnz, daughter of director Daniel Barnz (Cake) and producer Ben Barnz (Cake). Zelda will head up the project as writer and co-executive producer. The story “follows a group of high school students whose exploration of modern sexuality (devices and all) tests deeply entrenched beliefs about life, love and the nature of family in their conservative community.” Daniel will co-write and direct the series, as well as co-executive produce with Ben.

And finally, Red Bird Lane, a YA psychological horror series “about eight strangers who arrive at an isolated house—all for different reasons—and quickly realize that something sinister and terrifying awaits them.”

It’s pretty interesting seeing all the new content lining up! Any of these strike your fancy?