In an age in which we’ve had The X-Files, Gilmore Girls, and Twin Peaks revived, there’s one show that continues to threaten a comeback, that sadly never materialises, and arguably none are more deserving than HBO’s spittle and swear word drama, Deadwood.
Cancelled in 2006 without closure, and when grown up TV shows fell foul to small ratings and escalating budgets, Deadwood has been the subject of a movie revival for years. Now TVLine are reporting that production could get underway on a movie as early as next year.
“Sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that HBO is eyeing a Fall 2018 production start for the expletive-drenched drama’s long-in-the-works revival movie. A rep for the cabler declined to comment on anything about the project, which has yet to receive a formal green light.”
They also quote HBO programming exec, Casey Bloys as saying “The one thing that I was concerned about was I wanted a script that would stand on its own [for Deadwood fans and non-fans],” he said. “[Series creator] David [Milch] totally delivered on that. I think it’s a terrific script. If we can do it on a budget that makes sense for us, and if we can get the cast together, we’re inclined to do it.”
It might just be our annual go on the Deadwood rumour merry-go-round, but while people are still talking about it, there’s a chance we’ll see Ian McShane turning the air blue one final time.
Deadwood was set in a mining town that was not part of any U.S. state or territory in the post-Civil War years, and thus was literally lawless. Deadwood attracts people looking to get rich after a huge gold strike, as well as those looking to capitalize on the lack of organized law in the town, built on land stolen from the Sioux.
Originally published November 13, 2017. Updated April 15, 2018.
