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HBO Reportedly Developing ‘V for Vendetta’ Series With Pete Jackson Writing and Gunn, Safran Producing

Trade reporting points to a DC Studios–backed adaptation in development, with no official confirmation from HBO.

Overview

  • Variety is cited by multiple outlets reporting that HBO is developing a live-action series based on Alan Moore and David Lloyd’s graphic novel.
  • Pete Jackson is reported as the screenwriter, with James Gunn and Peter Safran expected to serve as executive producers.
  • Warner Bros. Television is attached to produce alongside Wall to Wall Media, with executive roles for Ben Stephenson via Poison Pen and Leanne Klein of Wall to Wall.
  • Coverage stresses the project would adapt the original comic rather than continue or remake the 2005 film.
  • Reports mention HBO channels and Max as the intended home and float an early-2026 timeframe, but timing and other key details remain unconfirmed by HBO or DC Studios.