FX gives “Very Young Frankenstein” a series order, according to multiple outlets. The project is based on the classic Mel Brooks-Gene Wilder comedy “Young Frankenstein” and is described as a prequel inspired by the film, though detailed plot information remains undisclosed. The series began as a pilot, initially announced in 2025, and FX’s latest order converts the remaining pilot into a full series. Zach Galifianakis is set to star, alongside Dolly Wells and Spencer House. Production is associated with creators and producers from “What We Do in the Shadows,” including Stefani Robinson and Taika Waititi (as cited by Deadline and discussed by other reports), with Garrett Basch also named among the executive producers. Deadline also notes the show is slated for FX and Hulu. An FX executive characterizes the concept as an “original take” on the Mel Brooks classic, but sources do not provide additional specifics about how the series will differ from the original film beyond its inspiration and prequel framing.
FX orders series for “Very Young Frankenstein” starring Zach Galifianakis
FX gives “Very Young Frankenstein” a series order, according to multiple outlets. The project is based on the classic Mel Brooks-Gene Wilder comedy “Young Frankenstein” and is described as a prequel i...
- FX orders “Very Young Frankenstein” to series, following a pilot announced in 2025.
- The series is inspired by Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein,” and functions as a prequel.
- Zach Galifianakis stars, with Dolly Wells and Spencer House also cast.
- The project comes from “What We Do in the Shadows” veterans, including Taika Waititi and Stefani Robinson; Garrett Basch is also named as an executive producer.
- Exact plot details are not publicly released; FX and Hulu are cited as the distribution platforms.
The show comes from 'What We Do in the Shadows' veterans, including Taika Waititi, and stars Zach Galifianakis.
3 months agoZach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and Spencer House will star in the new take on the classic Mel Brooks movie.
3 months agoFX has given a series order to “Very Young Frankenstein.” The project was first announced with a pilot order in 2025. Exact plot details are still under wraps, aside from the fact it is inspired by the classic Mel Brooks-Gene Wilder comedy “Young Frankenstein.” As previously reported, the show stars Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and […]
3 months agoEXCLUSIVE: FX has picked up to series its last outstanding pilot, Very Young Frankenstein, a comedy based on Mel Brooks’ 20th Century Studios cult classic film Young Frankenstein. The series for FX and Hulu comes from the What We Do In the Shadows trio of Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi and Garrett Basch, who executive produce […]
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