Netflix Adapting a Lemony Snicket Series of Unfortunate Events TV Series
Netflix are truly taking the bull by the horns in terms of creating their own series. With major successes like Orange is the New Black and House of Cards on their books, Netflix are now diving into the family live action entertainment side of the table.
They have already picked up the rights to live-action comedy Richie Rich – they have now also obtained the rights to bestselling book series Lemony Snickets “A Series of Unfortunate Events” with the plans to adapt them to a live action series, with the search for a director to adapt the series underway. Netflix are producing the project series along with Paramount Television – who produced the 2004 film adaptation starring Jim Carrey.
Covered across 13 books the story follows the three Baudelaire children Violet, Klaus and Sunny. Who following the death of their parents must face many challenges, misfortune and trials with many long distance relatives and in particular the villainous Count Olaf.
“On the search for fantastic material that appeals to both parents and kids, the first stop for generations of readers is A Series Of Unfortunate Events,” said Cindy Holland, VP Original Content at Netflix. “The world created by Lemony Snicket is unique, darkly funny and relatable. We can’t wait to bring it to life for Netflix members.”
