The iconic 'Twilight' series, which initiated the vampire film phenomenon, is set to make a comeback on television, this time as an animated series. Lionsgate, confirmed by Variety, is expanding the beloved franchise with a new animated adaptation. Let's delve into the details below.
Between 2005 and 2008, author Stephenie Meyer penned four 'Twilight' novels: 'Twilight,' 'New Moon,' 'Eclipse,' and 'Breaking Dawn.' In 2015, Meyer reimagined the narrative by altering the genders of the main characters in 'Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined.' Subsequently, in 2020, she released 'Midnight Sun,' narrating the first book's story from Edward's perspective.
The 'Twilight' film series, derived from the four-book saga, unfolds the story of young Bella Swan falling in love with the mysterious and captivating vampire, Edward Cullen. The series combines fantasy elements and romance, captivating a broad audience with its unique blend.
The film series collectively known as 'The Twilight Saga' garnered immense global success, comprising five movies released between 2008 and 2012. The franchise earned over $3 billion in total, highlighting its widespread popularity.
Lionsgate, signaling a strategic move to expand its franchises, is preparing an animated series based on the 'Twilight' saga. Michael Burns, Vice Chairman of Lionsgate, shared this exciting development during a Q&A session at the Morgan Stanley media conference.
The animated series draws inspiration from the same-titled book series by Stephanie Meyer, which was previously adapted into a film series featuring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner.
This announcement follows the early development revelation of the 'Twilight' TV series by Lionsgate Television reported by Variety in April last year. Michael Burns expressed confidence in the project, anticipating significant interest in the animated adaptation.
In addition to the 'Twilight' animated series, Lionsgate is broadening its portfolio by extending the 'John Wick' franchise into a new television series. Burns announced the upcoming television adaptation of the action-packed series starring Keanu Reeves.