‘King Kong’ TV Series in Early Development at Disney Plus — James Wan

King Kong‘s reign will continue on Disney+: The streamer is developing a live-action series centered on the monstrous movie ape, according to our sister site Variety.

The serialized drama, which is still in the early stages of development, will explore the origins of King Kong and the mysteries of his home, Skull Island. Paper Girls‘ Stephany Folsom will write and executive-produce the series, based on the original 1933 King Kong film, written by Merian C. Cooper. Film director James Wan (Saw, Insidious) will also serve as an EP.

The character of King Kong has inspired a number of movies since his 1933 debut, including a 2005 remake helmed by Peter Jackson and 2017’s Kong: Skull Island.

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