Warp Films, the production company behind Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne's crime drama Adolescence, is rebooting the "devastating" and "unflinchingly honest" 1980s BBC drama Threads.
First released on BBC Two in 1984, the documentary-style film, which was set in Sheffield, documented the events of a fictional nuclear apocalypse.
Starring Reece Dinsdale as main character Jimmy Kemp, the TV film, which won four BAFTA awards, saw Mick Jackson take on directing duties while Barry Hines penned the script.
Speaking about the new adaptation, which turns the film into a series, Mark Herbert, founder and chief executive officer of Warp Films, said the show will explore the effects of nuclear war on everyday lives while offering up a modern take on the story.
"Threads was, and remains, an unflinchingly honest drama that imagines the devastating effects of nuclear conflict on ordinary people," Herbert said (via Radio Times).
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"This story aligns perfectly with our ethos of telling powerful, grounded narratives that deeply connect with audiences."
He continued: "Reimagining this classic film as a TV drama gives us a unique opportunity to explore its modern relevance."
Emily Feller, chief creative officer and executive producer, echoed Herbert's sentiments, saying the new show will interpret the story for a modern audience.
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"This adaptation will allow us to uncover fresh interpretations in light of today’s world. We imagine highlighting how resilience and connection can offer hope even in the most challenging of times," Feller said.
"Through this lens, an adaptation of the incredible film can reexamine its significance for then and for now – allowing us to engage with a modern audience," she added.
At the time of writing, no further details are known about the adaptation, including its cast or when the reboot might be released.
Adolescence is available on Netflix now.
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