An update on the Twilight TV show shows a big change in its format. The show is based on the vampire novel series written by Stephanie Meyer, which first came out in 2005. It was later made into a popular film series starring Robert Pattinson and Kristin Stewart. A TV series adaptation of Twilight was announced in April 2023.
Deadline recently reported a change in the upcoming Twilight TV series. Lionsgate Vice Chairman Michael Burns disclosed that the Twilight show will be animated. He specifically referred to it as "an animated series," confirming that this has been the plan all along, as per Deadline's sources.
“We’re going to go out with the Twilight series, an animated series, I think there’ll be a lot of interest in that.”
What We Know About the Twilight TV Series
Kristen Stewart behind Robert Pattison with her arms around his chest as the pair sit perched up in a tree in Twilight. - What We Know About the Twilight TV Series
The animated status of the Twilight show may have been the plan from the start, but this is the first time it has been mentioned publicly. When the Twilight series was first announced, there was no writer or platform confirmed. It was simply described as a "series version" of the Twilight books, hinting at a small screen reboot rather than a spinoff. Meyer's involvement was also rumored.
Since the show was announced in April 2023, not much progress has been made. No cast has been revealed for the Twilight show, which will now be animated instead of live-action. The creative team, including writers and directors, has also not been disclosed.
Twilight fans had mixed reactions to the news of the reboot show. Some fans were interested in watching the series, while others questioned why Lionsgate chose to adapt Twilight into a TV show. With the series now being animated, at least Lionsgate is attempting something new with Twilight. However, the decision to create a Twilight show is likely to stir up controversy among its passionate fan base once again.
Source: Deadline
Editor's P/S:
As a fan of the original Twilight novels and films, I was initially skeptical about the upcoming TV adaptation. However, the news that the show will be animated has piqued my interest. Animation offers unique opportunities for storytelling and visual expression, which could enhance the supernatural elements of the Twilight world. It would also allow for a broader interpretation of the characters and their relationships.
While I understand that some fans may prefer a live-action adaptation, I believe that animation could bring a fresh perspective to the Twilight story. It would distinguish the TV show from the films while still remaining faithful to the source material. I am eager to see how the creative team utilizes animation to capture the essence of the Twilight saga and create a captivating experience for fans both old and new.