Netflix Adapting ‘Something Is Killing The Children’

Here Is What We Know So Far

Boom! Studios, along with Netflix have just confirmed that the TV adaptation of the hit horror comic series ‘Something Is Killing The Children’. Baran Bo Odar and Jantje Friese (creators of Dark and 1899) have been brought on to develop the project, which will be the first in a multiyear “first-look” deal with Boom! Studios.

Steven Christy and Ross Richie from Boom! Studios will be serving as Executive Producers, while S.I.K.T.C. co creators James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera acting as Co-Executive Producers. Hopefully this will lead to an adaptation that remains true to the source material.

What Is ‘Something Is Killing The Children’?

Co-created by author James Tynion IV and artist Werther Dell’Edera, ‘Something Is Killing The Children’ (or S.I.K.T.C) is a comic book series in the horror genre. It was an unexpected MONSTER of a success, winning multiple Eisner Awards including 2022’s Best Continuing Series.

In addition to the awards, it has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. It’s been translated and distributed in over 20 countries. The series spin off ‘House Of Slaughter’ ended up selling over half a million copies of it’s debut issue, and was the 2nd highest selling non Marvel or DC comic book in the last 25 years.

The Creator’s Thoughts

In a recent interview, Tynion and Dell’Edera had this to say:

“Bo and Jante have spent the last few years making some of the best genre television in the world,”

“I couldn’t be more thrilled that they’re working to bring Erica Slaughter to life.”

James Tynion IV via Boom! Studios Website

“I cannot imagine anyone more exciting than Baran Odar and Jantje Friese,”

“Their storytelling, direction, combined with Something is Killing the Children… wow! I can’t wait to meet their version of Erica.”

Werther Dell’Edera via Boom! Studios Website

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