Hello, folks! There’s exciting news in the land of TV dramas. A new TV series is in the pipeline based on Dr. Abraham Van Helsing. He’s that iconic character from our favorite vampire tales. The exciting part? CBS won a fierce competition and now has the rights for this show.
Welcome a Different Van Helsing
Forget all about the Hugh Jackman 2004 film version or the Syfy series. This show has nothing to do with those older interpretations of Van Helsing. There’s an entirely new perspective on the character coming your way and you’re going to love it. The creative minds behind the famous TV show ‘Elementary’ have come together again for this project. It’s Rob Doherty and his team of Carl Beverly, Sarah Timberman, and Lionsgate Television. They are revamping the legendary vampire slayer’s tale with a twist.
New York City’s Latest Hero
The series steers clear of the classic Old Transylvania setting. Instead, be ready to follow Van Helsing into the heart of New York City. What’s he doing? Solving mysterious crimes which I’m sure you’ll find thrilling. He teams up with his ex-girlfriend, Mina Harker. Mina’s no ordinary woman but a stubborn FBI special agent. Sounds like an everyday cop show, doesn’t it? But let me surprise you. The main characters are none other than Van Helsing and Mina Harker themselves. Slaying vampires might become a part of their daily routine in the urban jungle. Imagine that!
Meet the Mastermind
Get to know the man in charge of this project, the respected author Jonathan Lee. You might know him for his books ‘The Great Mistake’ and ‘High Dive’. He’s even working on an adaptation of the latter. If you check his resume, you’ll find the upcoming drama series ‘Lockerbie’ for Netflix and BBC. As if that’s not enough, he is also developing a limited series about a Las Vegas heist for FX. A man with so many projects in hand surely has something extraordinary in store for the Van Helsing series. I personally can’t wait!
The Legacy of Van Helsing Continues
Interestingly, CBS isn’t the only one working on a Van Helsing project. Kit Williamson, the creator of ‘EastSiders’, is working on a series too! Based on the ‘Alex Van Helsing’ trilogy by Jason Henderson, it tells a story of a 14-year-old descendant of Abraham Van Helsing. Sounds exciting, doesn’t it? This project is with AGC Television. Looks like Van Helsing’s heritage is very much alive on our screens.
So, what do you guys think about a completely new take on Van Helsing, set in New York, by CBS? What do you think of seeing him as a city dweller? Share your thoughts in the comments. Don’t forget to tune in for more updates about your most loved vampire hunter’s newest adventures!
And that’s it, friends! A new Van Helsing series is coming to CBS soon, promising a fresh angle on a much-loved character. As a fan of everything strange and wonderful, I am eager to see where their storytelling journey leads. Here’s to discovering new dimensions and exciting stories!
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