FX has officially pushed forward a series order to Very Young Frankenstein. The show stars Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and Spencer House. Nikki Crawford, Kumail Nanjiani, and Cary Elwes also appeared in the pilot, according to a report over at Variety.
“Very Young Frankenstein blends inspiration from the fan-favorite movie with the inventive, irreverent spirit that has defined FX comedies over the years, making this a completely original take on the classic story,” said Nick Grad, President of FX Entertainment. “In the hands of FX veterans Stefani, Taika and Garrett, alongside the iconic Mel Brooks, we know that fans will have as much fun watching this series as we’re having making it.”
Released on December 15, 1974, Young Frankenstein was directed by Mel Brooks and follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein as he learns that he has inherited his infamous grandfather’s estate in Transylvania. Upon arriving at the castle, Dr. Frankenstein soon begins to recreate his grandfather’s experiments. Hilarity ensues.
The film, which starred Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Cloris Leachman, Teri Garr, Kenneth Mars, and Madeline Kahn, would go on to earn $86.2 million at the box office against a budget of $2.78 million.
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