The iconic film adaptation of V for Vendetta, which has been rumored for years, has finally reached concrete ground with its series project. HBO, known for its successful productions, has begun preparations to bring this iconic DC comic, written by Alan Moore and illustrated by David Lloyd, to television.

V for Vendetta series is coming

The long-awaited series adaptation has been under consideration for a series, with various networks having previously attempted to do so, but none have come to fruition. HBO’s current initiative stands out as the most serious and significant project to date.

The project is currently in the scripting phase. According to information shared by Variety, British screenwriter Pete Jackson is writing the series. Jackson made a name for himself with his BAFTA-nominated series Somewhere Boy. Beyond this project, the screenwriter has no other significant projects under his belt. HBO has not yet released any official statements or details about this new series, which is currently in the scripting phase.

V for Vendetta is a DC comic book, and DC Studios co-presidents James Gunn and Peter Safran are among the producers. However, the extent of their involvement in the production is currently unknown.

The comic is set in a dystopian England ruled by a fascist regime. The story combines political allegory, anarchism, and the theme of individual freedom, and is considered one of the most important works of its kind.

V, a masked freedom fighter, sets out to avenge the past and mobilize the people against the oppressive order. Along the way, he crosses paths with a young woman, Evey Hammond, and their relationship transforms into a story of transformation.