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Cult Classic Dark Shadows Rises Again as Animated Series
27 Jun
Summary
- A beloved '60s Gothic soap opera, Dark Shadows, is being revived as an adult animated series.
- The new series will center on vampire Barnabas Collins and his dysfunctional family.
- Warner Bros. Animation is developing the project, which is in early stages.
The cult classic Gothic soap opera, Dark Shadows, is making a comeback as an adult animated series from Warner Bros. Animation. The upcoming show is set to delve into the supernatural world of vampire Barnabas Collins and his famously dysfunctional family. This reanimation promises to capture the dark, romantic, and intriguing essence that made the original 1966-1971 series a massive hit.
The project is currently in its nascent stages of development, and details regarding its premiere date are not yet available. The original series, created by Dan Curtis, initially focused on the Collins family of Collinsport, Maine, before the introduction of Barnabas Collins in its 211th episode. His character, a centuries-old vampire, quickly became a fan favorite, evolving from a villain into a tragic antihero and the series' protagonist.
Over the years, Dark Shadows has been adapted into various formats. These include the 1970 theatrical film 'House of Dark Shadows' and its 1971 sequel 'Night of Dark Shadows.' A 1991 TV series revival and Tim Burton's 2012 film adaptation starring Johnny Depp also brought Barnabas Collins to new audiences, though with mixed reception.
