The 1997 Sci-Fi Horror Thriller MIMIC Is Being Developed As a TV Series by Paul WS Anderson
Miramax Television is developing a series adaptation of the cult 1997 sci-fi horror thriller movie Mimic, and Paul WS Anderson (Resident Evil) is set to direct the pilot and executive produce the series with his longtime producing partner Jeremy Bolt.
The original film and the series is based on Donald A. Wollheim’s short story of the same name, and the story revolves around “genetically engineered insects who evolve, developing the ability to mimic their human prey, and the race to stop them from taking over.”
The series is being written by Jim Danger Gray (Orange Is the New Black) and he will also serve as showrunner and producer. Marc Helwig, Head of Worldwide Television, said in a statement:
“Miramax TV couldn’t be more thrilled to be in business with Paul Anderson, Jeremy Bolt and Jim Danger Gray on Mimic. Paul is one of the leading filmmakers of his generation in the world of science fiction, and we are excited to bring a bold new take on this classic title to life in television that will make your skin crawl, scare the hell out of you and speak loudly to these strange times we all find ourselves in. I couldn’t think of a better writer to bring this world to life than Jim Danger Gray, whose work I’ve admired for a long time.”
I always find it interesting when people talk about mediocre filmmakers like they’re the greatest talent in the world. However, in regards to Anderson’s work, his best work is Event Horizon and the first Resident Evil movie. The filmmaker said in a statement:
“The world of insects has been a long-term fascination of mine. So much strength and organization from such tiny creatures that have existed long before humankind and will survive long after our demise. It’s an exciting world that I’m thrilled to jump into, especially with such great partners as Jim and Miramax.”
Gray, who was a writer-producer on the NBC series Hannibal added:
“Mimic explores, on its surface, the idea of insects taking over. Body horror, the anxiety of ‘a bug’ living inside of us, the death of truth, the denial of science and the rise of personal entitlement are at the heart of our show as it examines how society is eaten alive by an invasion that is laying bare its greatest insecurities and failures.”
The original film was helmed by Guillermo del Toro, and while Paul WS Anderson isn’t in the same league as him as far as directing and storytelling talent goes, I’m sure he’ll end up delivering a solid and entertaining series.
Source: Deadline