I think everyone can recall how Sunday nights used to own us when the results of the last political double-cross or dragon attack came out. Since that time passed, it’s been a struggle for anyone to find a show with the same weight as that fantasy series. Thankfully, a giant new project could fill that void, delivering an amazingly complex world on our televisions and maybe the extended addiction we’ve been waiting for.
A Massive Multiverse Finds a Streaming Home
The iconic realm of D&D is coming to TV, big time. A campaign setting that was itself extremely popular has been the basis for a live-action series, “The Forgotten Realms” that is officially being developed by Netflix. This massive project could be a solution to the “largeness of the narrative” that viewers of TV today have been lacking.
Legendary Producers Steer the Ship
The project has also garnered several names from the ‘big screen’ to contribute to the project’s creative vision. Executive producer Shawn Levy is applying his enormous expertise from the successful properties that he has worked on to mold the world. The creative team, which includes writer/showrunner Drew Crevello, also seems equipped to run this beloved universe.
Moving Past the Big Screen Deficit
This universe was covered in a large-budget movie with some good reviews, but it didn’t quite reach the scale of box office takers that is necessary for sequels. Maybe a TV show is the perfect vehicle for this particular world. Long-form provides more opportunity to tell a story.
Building a World Far Larger Than Westeros
This new project has a huge setting, as well as a long history of fictional years that span thousands of years. This universe has been developed by hundreds of different authors and creators over a period of time and is different from a self-contained book series. It’s an almost impossible scale for television.
The Perfect Blend of Magic and Politics
If you haven’t watched the drama and intrigue of the old-school TV dramas, you will enjoy it a lot here. The area naturally has its intricacies of politics alongside its high-stakes magical aspect. It might connect together fantasy styles.
A Medieval Aesthetic With Fresh Rules
The visual style may be reminiscent of medieval Europe, but the mechanics of this world are completely different. There are specific rules for playing Magic and different societies for the creatures. It’s a familiar feel provided with fresh dynamics.
Anticipation Begins to Build Globally
Though it is not yet clear when it will be released, the hype around the announcement is already building on social media. Casting lists and speculations on plotlines are filling fans’ time. As past successes go, the community buzz is taking off, blending together smoothly.
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