‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic
FX has officially ordered a series based on the classic film 'Young Frankenstein' titled 'Very Young Frankenstein.' The show, produced by FX veterans and featuring Zach Galifianakis, aims to provide a fresh take on the beloved story. It joins several other series recently picked up by FX, showcasing the network's commitment to innovative comedy.
- ▪The series is based on Mel Brooks' 1974 cult classic film 'Young Frankenstein.'
- ▪Zach Galifianakis stars in the pilot, which is written by Stefani Robinson and directed by Taika Waititi.
- ▪FX President Nick Grad described the series as a completely original take on the classic story.
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From left: Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi and Mel Brooks; Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle and Gene Wilder in 'Young Frankenstein' Getty/Everett EXCLUSIVE: FX has picked up to series its last outstanding pilot, Very Young Frankenstein, a comedy based on Mel Brooks’ 1974 cult classic 20th Century Studios film Young Frankenstein. The series for FX and Hulu comes from the What We Do In the Shadows trio of Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi and Garrett Basch, who executive produce with Brooks. Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and Spencer House star in the pilot, written by Robinson and directed by Waititi, whose cast also includes Nikki Crawford, Kumail Nanjiani and Cary Elwes.
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