'Mythic Quest' star tapped for 'Far Cry' TV series set at FX
FX has ordered a TV series adaptation of 'Far Cry'. The Ubisoft hit game will be co-created by Rob Mac and Noah Hawley, with the former also starring. The series will stream on Hulu in the US and will be available for streaming internationally on Disney+.
At the time of writing, there is no official logline. Per Variety, the series will follow the anthology format like the games and will see a new cast and setting each season. "Getting to work alongside Noah Hawley is a dream realized," said Mac, according to the outlet. "Ubisoft has been remarkably generous, entrusting us with one of the most iconic video-game worlds ever created. And through it all, my FX family continues to lift me with their constant belief and support."
Hawley and Mac are no strangers to working with the network. Mac was known for his work in the hit comedy series, "It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia." The show saw its 17th season release this year, and is the longest-running sitcom in American history. Mac also starred and executive-produced the FX sports docuseries, 'Welcome to Wrexham, ' which has seen four seasons and has been a 10x Emmy winner.
Hawley is best known for creating FX anthology series 'Fargo,' as well as the recently renewed sci-fi hit 'Alien: Earth.' He also created the FX-Marvel series 'Legion,' which aired for three seasons. "What I love about the ‘Far Cry’ game franchise is it’s an anthology. Each game is a variation of a theme, the same way each season of ‘Fargo’ is a variation on a theme,” said Hawley.
"To create a big action show that can change from year to year, while always exploring the nature of humanity through this complex and chaotic lens, is a dream come true. I’m excited to partner with Rob and bring our shared irreverent, ambitious sensibility to the screen."
"FX has had magnificent partnerships with Rob Mac and Noah Hawley for a combined six series and 32 seasons of television, and we couldn’t be more excited that they are teaming up for ‘Far Cry,’" said president of FX Entertainment, Nick Grad. "I do not doubt that they will tell this story in a way that is original, gripping, and wildly entertaining. We also want to thank our partners at Ubisoft for entrusting us with this beloved property." This project marks he first live-action “Far Cry” adaptation for TV format.
