Universal Cable Productions and the estate of Alfred Hitchcock are partnering up for a new anthology series inspired by the works of the Master of Suspense.
Welcome to Hitchcock will focus on a single season-long mystery or crime in the spirit of the classic Hitchcock style, with the studio collaborating with the Hitchcock Estate to design a series that will entertain Hitchcock enthusiasts and entice an entirely new generation of fans, as well as seeking out premiere filmmakers and talent.
“Long after his death, Alfred Hitchcock continues to be one of the most celebrated directors and visionaries in the world, a master manipulator of the macabre,” said Dawn Olmstead, Executive Vice President of Development, Universal Cable Productions. “We’re honored that the Hitchcock Estate has put its trust in our studio to pay homage to his work.”
“Our grandfather always collaborated with the best and the brightest to help shape his vision,” added Katie O’Connell-Fiala on behalf of the Hitchcock Trust and MTK Corporation. “We’re confident that Universal Cable Productions will take great care in helping us to continue preserving his legacy.”
Via Dread Central
Originally published September 29, 2016. Updated October 24, 2022.
