James Wan Produces a Series Adaptation of the Sci-Fi Horror Novel STINGER for Peacock
James Wan is set to produce a series adaptation of Robert McCammon‘s sci-fi horror novel Stinger for Peacock, and this will make for a really fun and crazy show!
The story is a tribute to the sci-fi horror films of an earlier era, and it follows a disparate group of people on a ranch who must come together in the face of a mysterious threat.
Stinger takes place during a single twenty-four hour period in Inferno, Texas. “Inferno is a town in trouble, driven to the brink by racial tension, gang violence, and a collapsing economy. But things can always get worse, and they do so with astonishing speed when an unidentified spacecraft crash lands in the desert outside of town, followed by a second craft bearing the alien being who will soon be known as Stinger. Stinger is a kind of interstellar hunter on a mission he intends to complete, whatever the cost. He brings with him an endless array of technological marvels and an infinite capacity for destruction that threaten the existence of Inferno, its inhabitants, and the larger world beyond.”
Doesn’t that sound like it will make for an awesome series!? The novel is described as having the “most memorably horrific imagery you will ever encounter.” It’s also described as an “adrenaline-fueled narrative of the highest order, its classic, pulp fictional elements transformed and elevated by a master storyteller.”
The project is being developed by Ian McCulloch (Yellowstone), who is writing and executive producing. It’s currently being referred to as “Untitled Ian McCulloch Project.”
Lisa Katz, President Scripted Content, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming said in a statement: “We are so excited for this adrenalized thriller about a group of people overcoming adversity, that’s both entertaining and emotional. We know this upcoming drama will be in expert hands with James Wan, E.L. Katz, Ian McCulloch, our partners at UCP, and is sure to be a binge-worthy mystery for Peacock audiences.”
Beatrice Springborn, President, UCP added: “When you bring together James Wan, Ian McCulloch, E.L. Katz and a bestselling novel by Robert McCammon, you’ve got all the ingredients for an incredible series. We’re ecstatic to partner with Peacock to bring this thrill ride of a show to their audience.”
Atomic Monster’s James Wan (The Conjuring Universe, Archive 81, Malignant), Michael Clear (Archive 81, Swamp Thing) and Rob Hackett (Archive 81, I Know What You Did Last Summer) will executive produce alongside director (101) / executive producer E.L. Katz (The Haunting of Bly Manor, Channel Zero), and executive producer / author Robert McCammon (Stinger).