Fans have a tendency to strongly mourn TV shows that are canceled too soon. It's why you see such strong online support for series like "Firefly" and "Freaks and Geeks." But of all the viewing options sent to the great channel in the sky too soon, perhaps none is more fiercely defended than HBO's western "Deadwood."
Rumors of a "Deadwood" reunion movie have floated around ever since the series was prematurely canceled after just three seasons. However, today comes word that HBO has officially greenlit the project and is now just waiting on series creator David Milch.
"David has our commitment that we are going to do it," HBO President Michael Lombardo said. "He pitched what he thought generally the storyline would be - and knowing David, that could change. But it's going to happen."
This is great news for anyone who has ever considered themselves a true TV junkie. Though "Deadwood" is the least heralded show of HBO's Golden Age, its impact on cable TV was immense. While production is unlikely to start on the movie for some time, it's good to know that a plan is at least in place.
Lombardo said that Milch is currently busy with another project, but that he will soon turn his attention to writing a "Deadwood" script. It's unknown how long that will take as a feature length film is obviously a different animal than a series episode. Hopefully, Milch already has the framework of the story mapped out.
Even once a screenplay is completed, gathering together the massive ensemble cast will be tricky. Several of the show's actors have gone on to successful and time-consuming projects. However, TV Line reports that Lombardo is confident that they can wrangle everyone back long enough to get this done.
While you're waiting for further developments, you can watch all 36 episodes of "Deadwood's" three seasons on Amazon Prime or HBO Go.
