Platforms like to ride on viewers’ nostalgia. What’s better than taking an old series and making a Disney-style remake of it? This is precisely what is planned.
Netflix seems to have big plans for Scooby-Doo fans. A new live-action series, based on the famous Hanna-Barbera cartoon, is in development. This project is already generating strong reactions on social networks, particularly around actor Matthew Lillard, known for his interpretation of Sammy.
Netflix is banking on a classic
The announcement quickly created a buzz, propelling Matthew Lillard to the center of discussions. His performance as Sammy in the 2002 film was praised for its faithfulness to the original character, despite mixed reviews of the film itself. Since then, Lillard has lent his voice to the character in several animated projects, cementing his association with the iconic role.
Social media users can’t hide their excitement at the idea of Lillard reprising his role. Some even humorously suggesting that he should be revealed to be the culprit at the end of the series. This idea echoes his role in a recent film adaptation. Strengthening fans’ desire to see him in this new production.
Few details at the moment
Details about the series are still scant, but it is described as an hour-long drama. The roles of the other members of the Scooby gang remain to be defined, sparking a multitude of speculations and hopes among fans of the series.
Concerning the production, Josh Appelbaum and Scott Rosenberg, known for their work on adaptations of famous franchises like Cowboy Bebop and Venom, are announced to write. Their involvement suggests a perhaps innovative approach to this cult series. At the same time, animation continues to play a key role in the Scooby-Doo universe. With the recent release of the second season of Velma by Warner Bros. Animation, received with mixed opinions.
Scooby-Doo is a character who has marked generations since his first television appearance in 1969. All in the series Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! created by Hanna-Barbera. Originally designed to provide content suitable for young viewers, this big, timid dog and his group of amateur detective friends quickly captured the hearts of audiences. Hopefully the live-action series retains the ’60s vibe of the show.