Book-based 'Crazy Rich Asians' film is not getting a sequel, but a series treatment by HBO. It will be a one-hour drama that will continue the story from the hit, romantic comedy film. Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng are set to return, while Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh will appear in a recurring role.
The Crazy Rich Asians television series is executive produced by Lim through her production company, 100 Tigers; Chu through Electric Somewhere; and Kwan, Jacobson and Simpson through Color Force, the company behind the development and production of the original film. Also serving as executive producers are Chloe Dan and Jeannine Tang for SK Global Entertainment, which co-financed the movie; Emmy winner Naia Cucukov Richards through 100 Tigers; and Emmy nominee Rose Lam. The series is co-produced by HBO and Warner Bros. Television.
Here is a statement from Channing Dungey, Chairman, Warner Bros. Television Group and US Networks:
“From a bestselling novel to a blockbuster film and now television, Crazy Rich Asians has solidified its place as one of the most beloved stories in popular culture. Kevin Kwan created an irresistible world filled with the perfect blend of glitz, humor, and heart, and the talented Adele Lim returns to adapt this renowned tale for a new television audience. We are equally thrilled to welcome Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Ronny Chieng, and Michelle Yeoh back to reprise their iconic roles. We can’t wait to bring this series to life with our partners at HBO."
Here is a statement from screenwriter Adele Lim about the announcement:
“It’s a Crazy Rich family reunion! This series is the sequel we’ve been waiting for, but instead of just one movie, we get eight episodes to delve into the characters and worlds of Kevin Kwan’s brilliant books. Getting to work with the original creative team with the support and vision of HBO and Warner Bros. Television has been a dream. Our writers room is humming and we can’t wait to share what we’ve come up with.”
Source: Deadline
The Crazy Rich Asians television series is executive produced by Lim through her production company, 100 Tigers; Chu through Electric Somewhere; and Kwan, Jacobson and Simpson through Color Force, the company behind the development and production of the original film. Also serving as executive producers are Chloe Dan and Jeannine Tang for SK Global Entertainment, which co-financed the movie; Emmy winner Naia Cucukov Richards through 100 Tigers; and Emmy nominee Rose Lam. The series is co-produced by HBO and Warner Bros. Television.
Here is a statement from Channing Dungey, Chairman, Warner Bros. Television Group and US Networks:
“From a bestselling novel to a blockbuster film and now television, Crazy Rich Asians has solidified its place as one of the most beloved stories in popular culture. Kevin Kwan created an irresistible world filled with the perfect blend of glitz, humor, and heart, and the talented Adele Lim returns to adapt this renowned tale for a new television audience. We are equally thrilled to welcome Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Ronny Chieng, and Michelle Yeoh back to reprise their iconic roles. We can’t wait to bring this series to life with our partners at HBO."
Here is a statement from screenwriter Adele Lim about the announcement:
“It’s a Crazy Rich family reunion! This series is the sequel we’ve been waiting for, but instead of just one movie, we get eight episodes to delve into the characters and worlds of Kevin Kwan’s brilliant books. Getting to work with the original creative team with the support and vision of HBO and Warner Bros. Television has been a dream. Our writers room is humming and we can’t wait to share what we’ve come up with.”
Source: Deadline
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