Today, Deadline revealed that the classic horror franchise Hellraiser is being developed for the small screen. HBO has picked up the series by Halloween reboot director David Gordon Green. Green is also set to direct the shows first few episodes.
The iconic pincushion-domed villain who heads a group of pasty-faced villains sent from hell, known as the Cenobites
Mark Verheiden (Battlestar Gallactica, Daredevil, Heroes), and Michael Dougherty (X-Men United, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Trick r’ Treat) are set to pen the series; with all three serving as producers on the show.
Hellraiser will debut on HBO
Key Takeaways
- Halloween reboot director David Gordon Green is developing a Hellraiser series for HBO and will direct the first few episodes.
- Experienced writers Mark Verheiden and Michael Dougherty will pen the upcoming horror series.
- Along with directing and writing, the creative team will serve as producers for the HBO debut of Hellraiser.
