Oldboy: South Korean Film Set To Make TV Series Debut - Here's The Inside Scoop!
Park Chan-wook , the iconic South Korean filmmaker, is joining forces with Lionsgate Television to craft an English-language television adaptation of his timeless masterpiece, Oldboy . Stemming from a manga sensation in 1996, Oldboy ascended to international acclaim through Park's cult classic cinematic interpretation. The series aims to present a rejuvenated perspective on the story, drawing inspiration from its manga roots.
Although a specific release date remains undisclosed, this update is drawn from a public announcement by Lionsgate Television on April 17. Park Chan-wook, the director and co-writer of the original Oldboy, is rejoining the venture as a producer, alongside his producing partner Syd Lim.
Park shared with The Hollywood Reporter that Lionsgate Television, “shares my creative vision for bringing Oldboy into the world of television. I look forward to working with a studio whose brand stands for bold, original and risk-taking storytelling.”
Scott Herbst, an executive at Lionsgate Television, expressed to ComicBook.com that Park is among the most visionary storytellers of our era. He conveyed the company's excitement about partnering with Park to translate his cinematic masterpiece to the small screen.
“This series adaptation of Oldboy will feature the raw emotional power, iconic fight scenes and visceral style that made the film a classic,” Scott added.
Heading the Oldboy series at Lionsgate Television will be executives Courtney Mock and Tara Joshi. Notably, while a 2013 film adaptation featuring Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, and Samuel L. Jackson graced the big screen, this upcoming project marks the inaugural English-language television adaptation of the renowned story.
The Japanese manga of the same title, authored by Garon Tsuchiya, inspired a film adaptation in 2003. The story revolves around Oh Dae-su (portrayed by Choi Min-sik), a man who endures fifteen years of captivity before being suddenly released. Upon his release, he discovers that he has just five days to uncover the reasons behind his imprisonment, or else face dire consequences.
Upon its initial release, the film emerged as one of the most mesmerizing and unforgettable dark action features of the 2000s, igniting a new trend in Korean action cinema. Since then, numerous imitations and tributes have surfaced, particularly echoing its visceral, one-take hammer-in-a-hallway combat sequence. This iconic scene continues to serve as a prominent source of inspiration for filmmakers crafting their interpretations of confined-space fighting sequences.
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Although a specific release date remains undisclosed, this update is drawn from a public announcement by Lionsgate Television on April 17. Park Chan-wook, the director and co-writer of the original Oldboy, is rejoining the venture as a producer, alongside his producing partner Syd Lim.
Park shared with The Hollywood Reporter that Lionsgate Television, “shares my creative vision for bringing Oldboy into the world of television. I look forward to working with a studio whose brand stands for bold, original and risk-taking storytelling.”
Scott Herbst, an executive at Lionsgate Television, expressed to ComicBook.com that Park is among the most visionary storytellers of our era. He conveyed the company's excitement about partnering with Park to translate his cinematic masterpiece to the small screen.
“This series adaptation of Oldboy will feature the raw emotional power, iconic fight scenes and visceral style that made the film a classic,” Scott added.
Heading the Oldboy series at Lionsgate Television will be executives Courtney Mock and Tara Joshi. Notably, while a 2013 film adaptation featuring Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, and Samuel L. Jackson graced the big screen, this upcoming project marks the inaugural English-language television adaptation of the renowned story.
The Japanese manga of the same title, authored by Garon Tsuchiya, inspired a film adaptation in 2003. The story revolves around Oh Dae-su (portrayed by Choi Min-sik), a man who endures fifteen years of captivity before being suddenly released. Upon his release, he discovers that he has just five days to uncover the reasons behind his imprisonment, or else face dire consequences.
Upon its initial release, the film emerged as one of the most mesmerizing and unforgettable dark action features of the 2000s, igniting a new trend in Korean action cinema. Since then, numerous imitations and tributes have surfaced, particularly echoing its visceral, one-take hammer-in-a-hallway combat sequence. This iconic scene continues to serve as a prominent source of inspiration for filmmakers crafting their interpretations of confined-space fighting sequences.
(With AI Inputs)
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