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Iconic 1960s Spy Series 'The Avengers' Set for Reboot

StudioCanal, with 'Industry' writers and 'Sex Education' director, plans revival of British classic, title under discussion due to Marvel's Avengers.

  • StudioCanal, the current rights holder to The Avengers catalog, is planning a reboot of the iconic 1960s British spy series.
  • The writing team behind HBO/BBC series Industry, Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, have written a pilot for the reboot.
  • Sex Education director Ben Taylor is attached to direct and executive produce the reboot.
  • The reboot will feature new versions of the original characters, including secret agent John Steed and his glamorous sidekicks.
  • The title of the reboot is still under discussion due to potential confusion with Marvel's Avengers franchise.
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