‘Halloween’ TV series rights transferred to Miramax – The Hollywood Reporter

“Halloween Kills”

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Get ready for the MMCU, the Michael Myers Cinematic Universe.

Miramax secured television rights Halloween and plans to develop a series based on the long-running horror franchise. The company has signed a wide-ranging deal with rights holder Trancas International Films that could cover not just the TV series, but related projects for international markets, as well as related universes spanning TV and film. No lighter installed yet.

Miramax produces David Gordon Green’s 2018-22 season Halloween The trilogy is produced in collaboration with Trancas and Blumhouse Productions. Miramax’s Dimension Pictures produced five of his 13-film series during the company’s predecessor.

“I couldn’t be happier.” Halloween ” said Mark Helwig, head of global television at Miramax. “We are excited to expand on Trancas’ long and successful partnership with the talented Malek Akkad in introducing this iconic franchise to new forms of storytelling and a new generation of fans. .”

“Trancas International Films is very enthusiastic about expanding our long-standing relationship with Miramax, and we look forward to working with Mark Helwig and the entire team to craft this new chapter,” said Akkado, head of Trancas. I’m looking forward to going,” he added.

Miramax acquires television rights Halloween The company, co-owned by BeIN Media and Paramount Global, was born as they look to develop more projects based on the IP they own. Miramax is also developing a TV series based on the Guy Ritchie novel. gentlemen 2000 Oscar nominees chocolateamong others.

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