Pacific Rim Prequel Series Announced
Legendary Entertainment is once again diving into the world of kaiju and Jaegers. The studio is set to develop a prequel series for the Pacific Rim franchise. This new project will be led by screenwriter Eric Heisserer, known for his work on Shadow and Bone and the Oscar-nominated film Arrival.
A New Chapter in the Pacific Rim Universe
This upcoming series will explore the origins of the Pacific Rim universe. It aims to provide fans with a deeper understanding of how the conflict between humanity and the monstrous kaiju began. By delving into the creation of the Jaegers—massive, mechanized warriors built by humanity—the series promises to reveal new details about their design and purpose.
Moreover, this project marks the first under a first-look television deal between Legendary and Heisserer’s production company, Chronology, co-founded with Carmen Lewis. Jason Clodfelter, President of Legendary Television, expressed his excitement about the partnership. He stated, “Eric is a multitalented, prolific creator whose track record of critical and commercial successes speaks for itself. We are thrilled to launch our partnership with Eric, Chronology, and Carmen, with a new entry in the epic, globally popular ‘Pacific Rim’ universe.”
Expanding the Franchise’s Legacy
The Pacific Rim franchise, which began with Guillermo del Toro’s 2013 blockbuster, has already expanded into various media. This includes the Netflix animated series Pacific Rim: The Black. The original film grossed over $400 million worldwide, introducing audiences to a world where humanity constructs giant robots to battle enormous, otherworldly monsters.
Additionally, the franchise’s sequel, Pacific Rim: Uprising, and the anime series continued to build on this universe. With the announcement of the prequel series, Legendary Entertainment is once again expanding the legacy of Pacific Rim, ensuring that fans will have more to explore in this thrilling world of kaiju and Jaegers.
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