‘Far Cry’ Show Coming From the Makers of ‘Alien: Earth’ and ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’
Video game franchise Far Cry is getting the series treatment from Noah Hawley (Alien: Earth) and Rob Mac (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia).
According to Variety, the dynamos from the sci-fi and comedy world are adapting Ubisoft’s video game series that centers on survival in an action-packed genre setting. It could be an island where mad scientists are running experiments or extremist militias are rampaging through post-apocalyptic collapsed societies. The blend of action and anthology makes sense for Hawley, and the madcap energy of the narrative definitely befits Mac, who will also star.
So we’re excited about the duo co-creating the live-action series for FX in the network’s tried-and-true anthology format—Hawley’s Fargo as well as American Horror Story come to mind.
“What I love about the Far Cry game franchise is it’s an anthology. Each game is a variation of a theme, the same way each season of Fargo is a variation on a theme,” Hawley told Variety. “To create a big action show that can change from year to year, while always exploring the nature of humanity through this complex and chaotic lens is a dream come true. I’m excited to partner with Rob and bring our shared irreverent, ambitious sensibility to the screen.”
After what Hawley’s done with Alien: Earth, we are so game for this. Far Cry marks Mac’s second collaboration with Ubisoft Film and Television, having previously developed and starred in Mythic Quest for Apple TV. While the details of the show’s plot remain under wraps, Mac hyped, “Getting to work alongside Noah Hawley is a dream realized. Ubisoft has been remarkably generous, entrusting us with one of the most iconic video game worlds ever created. And through it all, my FX family continues to lift me up with their constant belief and support.”
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