Michael Bay to Direct Netflix Adaptation of Vault Comics' 'Barbaric'

Sam Claflin and Patrick Stewart join the fantasy series featuring a barbarian and his demonic axe.

Michael Bay transitions to television with 'Barbaric,' marking his first TV series as a director.
Sam Claflin will star as Owen the Barbarian, with Patrick Stewart voicing the demonic axe.
The series is based on the popular Vault Comics title, which has sold over 500,000 copies.
Sheldon Turner, known for 'Up in the Air' and 'X-Men: First Class,' will write and executive produce.
Netflix and A+E Studios are developing the series, with several industry veterans attached as executive producers.