The highly anticipated TV series adaptation of the comedy classic Young Frankenstein has received a pilot order at FX, and they have recruited a star-studded cast to lead the project.
For the past few months, there have been reports that FX was working on a TV series version of the beloved Mel Brooks comedy movie, with the team from What We Do in the Shadows involved. Brooks has also given his blessing to the project and will serve as an executive producer. Now, it is one step closer to happening as the network has given it a pilot order.
Who is Starring in FX's Young Frankenstein TV Series?
Variety confirmed that FX has given a pilot order to the TV series adaptation of Young Frankenstein titled Very Young Frankenstein.
They also announced the star-studded cast that will be starring in the project. Here are the actors who have been recruited to be part of the ensemble:
- Zach Galifianakis
- Kumail Nanjiani
- Cary Elwes
- Dolly Wells
- Spencer House
- Nikki Crawford
So far, the details regarding the role that they are playing are still being kept under wraps. However, some reports have revealed that Galifianakis will be playing Dr. Frankenstein while Elwes will be playing the President of the United States.
It is unknown yet whether Brooks will be invited for a cameo appearance, but there is a possibility that it could happen if it gets a series order.
The exciting news comes as Spaceballs 2, another Brooks project, recently started filming and announced the cast, including both returning actors from the first film and newcomers to the franchise.
What to Expect in Young Frankenstein TV Series
So far, the plot details regarding Very Young Frankenstein are still under wraps, but it is expected to be inspired by the comedy classic.
In case you have not seen the 1974 film, it focused on the American grandson of the infamous scientist, Dr. Victor Frankenstein, struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe. He was invited to Transylvania, where he discovered the process that reanimates a dead body.
Taika Waititi is involved as one of the executive producers and is also set to direct the pilot. Stefani Robinson, who also worked on What We Do in the Shadows, serves as writer and likely showrunner if the project gets a series order.
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