‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic

EXCLUSIVE: FX has picked up to series its last outstanding pilot, Very Young Frankenstein, a comedy based on Mel Brooks’ 1974 cult classic 20th Century Studios film Young Frankenstein.

The series for FX and Hulu comes from the What We Do In the Shadows trio of Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi and Garrett Basch, who executive produce with Brooks. Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and Spencer House star in the pilot, written by Robinson and directed by Waititi, whose cast also includes Nikki Crawford, Kumail Nanjiani and Cary Elwes.

“Very Young Frankenstein blends inspiration from the fan-favorite movie with the inventive, irreverent spirit that has defined FX comedies over the years, making this a completely original take on the classic story,” said Nick Grad, President, FX Entertainment. “In the hands of FX veterans Stefani, Taika and Garrett, alongside the iconic Mel Brooks, we know that fans will have as much fun watching this series as we’re having making it.”

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