HBO's Watchmen TV Show: Everything We Know So Far
It's only just begun.
To say that series creator Damon Lindelof is passionate about this new project would be an understatement. His famous Instagram post of last May serves as a love letter to fans on what incensed the conception of this upcoming HBO show.
Watchmen: The TV series, was not a decision taken lightly.
Largely due to the enigmatic nature of Watchmen writer, Alan Moore, the original Watchmen comic is considered sacred ground, and not something to be idly trifled with. But Lindelof, in his letter, proudly cited a loophole or two in this philosophy. Whilst not exactly receiving Alan Moore's blessing to go ahead with the series, Lindelof ultimately assures fans that the series will be a faithful and crucial addition to the classic Watchmen canon.
As one can expect in this stage of the game, current details are sparse, with only one major teaser to whet our appetites. But it does feature some clues as to what to expect. More secrets will be revealed leading up to the show's release this year, but here's what we know so far.
9. It's A Brand New Story
After the initial announcement of a Watchmen series, it was largely assumed that it would be another adaptation of the comics. But this is not the case. Damon Lindelof has taken the bold venture of creating a brand new story, using the original comics as a blueprint upon which he can add his own designs. In his own words, the original twelve issues of the Watchmen are 'Old Testament,' and the upcoming series will serve as a brand new segment to the sacred Watchmen mythology.
Though the actual story has not been revealed, it is probably safe to assume that the series is set after the comics, and therefore in the aftermath of Ozymandias' hellish culling of mankind. In this regard, the events of Zack Synder's 2009 movie will be fully non-applicable.
Lindelof also promises an eclectic mix of old characters and new. As the trailer hints, there appear to be an array of fresh people, with at least two, er sort of, familiar faces packed into the roster as well.