American Gods

[waogo]

http://io9.com/the-first-creepy-concept ... 1712159803

So, it appears this was just announced as a TV show. On Starz. Run by Brian Fuller (Hannibal, Wonderfalls, Pushing Daisies, Dead Like Me).

And I just got hard.

I need to reread the book. But I have like 50 new books to read, so maybe not.

But Fuller's involvement is what does it for me. I never thought he of all people could do Hannibal (just didn't seem his style), but holy shit, I was so glad to be wrong.

 

[Crumb]

i'm just happy that it's not network and apparently Gaiman himself is somehow involved (they just didn't dump a truckload of money at his feet and say thanks for the rights)

 

[Always_Tim]

HBO had been working for years to develop an American Gods series and had gotten close to greenlighting it a few times, but they were never able to come up with a script that they liked. (HBO rejected a few drafts for a pilot because they weren't close enough to the book, according to Gaiman.) They abandoned the project in 2013, which was quite a disappointment.

I'm glad Starz has picked it up. Hopefully they have better luck coming up with a script that works. And of course having Bryan Fuller involved is a great sign. (I can't express how much I loved Pushing Daisies and Dead Like Me.)

 

[zippypinhead]

Brian Fuller attached is interesting in a good way. Here's hoping it can survive longer than two seasons.

 

[zippypinhead]

Well, Fuller's track record with "too good to last" shows continues. NBC has announced Hannibal will not be picked up for a fourth season. Maybe there's a possibility for a Hulu option to extend the life of the show.

So, more reason to root for American Gods to be a success. I'd love to see Fuller stretch his legs for a good, long run on something.

 

[morment]

I'm excited about it, American Gods is one of my favorite novels, hopefully they do it justice.