The cult classic Killer Klowns from Outer Space is set for a modern revival as a streaming Killer Klowns mini series, an exciting development that’s generating quite a buzz among horror fans. The 1988 horror-comedy, known for its unique blend of creepy clowns and extraterrestrial terror, has remained a fan favourite for decades.
The Killer Klowns Mini Series
The cult classic Killer Klowns from Outer Space is set for a modern revival as a streaming Killer Klowns mini series, an exciting development that’s generating quite a buzz among horror fans. The 1988 horror-comedy, known for its unique blend of creepy clowns and extraterrestrial terror, has remained a fan favourite for decades.
Director Stephen Chiodo, along with his writer/producer brothers Charles and Edward, are keen on this new project. Stephen Chiodo has expressed his ambition to create an eight-part miniseries for streaming platforms. This miniseries aims to continue the story of the original characters while introducing a new group of teenagers who encounter the clowns. A notable aspect of the proposed series is that it plans to bring back Mike Tobacco, a character from the original film, now living as a recluse in his van. The storyline is expected to escalate to a significant invasion, leading to a climactic scene on the clown planet. This new venture promises to expand the universe of Killer Klowns from Outer Space, introducing elements like clown animals on the clown planet, which fans haven’t seen before.
The concept of reviving the franchise as a miniseries comes after the film faced challenges in its home video release, which limited its early distribution. Despite these initial obstacles, the movie has gained more popularity over the years, further fueled by related merchandise, a haunted attraction at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights, and a new video game.
My goal is to do an eight-part miniseries for streamers. We’ve got a great concept that continues the story of our main characters. We’ll follow a new group of teenagers who come upon the clowns and meet a drunk living in his van – it’s Mike Tobacco. There’s a big invasion, and we end up on the clown planet. We have lots of great ideas about where this universe goes. You haven’t even seen the clown animals on the clown planet yet. There’s a whole world of things that we have in mind!
The idea of a Killer Klowns from Outer Space miniseries follows the trend of successful conversions of movie franchises into series formats, as seen with other properties like Chucky. With the growing excitement and continuous fan interest, it seems increasingly likely that this beloved horror-comedy could indeed make a triumphant return in the form of a miniseries.
This development represents a significant moment for horror enthusiasts and fans of the original movie, promising a fresh take on a beloved cult classic while preserving the spirit and eccentricity that made Killer Klowns from Outer Space a standout film in the horror genre.
Jess Willard
Jess is the co-owner of ZoltanGal. He grew up running music and and owning games stores in the '90s and '00's. Avid fan of horror, sci-fi and pop culture movies.
