MTV is moving forward with a proposed “Teen Wolf” series, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
After putting the series into pilot development earlier this year, the cable outlet has given the green light for a pilot presentation to move forward.
“It has a fresh take and is very different from the original,” said Liz Gateley, senior vp MTV series development. “It has more of an ‘American Werewolf in Paris’ feel to it. It’s a dramatic thriller with two best friends in the center who provide a great comedy element: They are two very relatable characters on the outer circles of popular cliques.”
For those of you who don’t recall, the original starred Michael J. Fox as a teenage boy who could transform into a werewolf. His wolf side immediately became a big hit on campus, but led to complications in his personal life. The movie was a hit in the 80’s at the theater and in the home video market.
The new “Wolf” was written by “Criminal Minds” creator Jeff Davis, who executive produces the pilot with Marty Adelstein (Fox’s “Prison Break”) and Rene Echevarria (ABC’s “Castle”).
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