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James Wan Tapped For Live-Action Gargoyles Series

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They live again! Kind of. The Gargoyles, those badass defenders of the night who prowled The Disney Afternoon in the 90s, are officially returning, Disney confirmed today. But….sorry folks, here’s the “but”….it’s a live-action reboot.

Now, it might not be terrible. Surprisingly, they convinced James Wan and his production company Atomic Monster to make the show for Disney+. Wan made his Hollywood breakthrough with the original Saw and founded the Conjuring franchise. The dude knows his horror, and even though Gargoyles isn’t really a “scary” story, Wan is smart enough to avoid the mistakes others in charge would’ve made. The edge should be intact. (And if they have any sense, Keith David will still voice the CGI Goliath.)

The announcement is getting mixed reactions. The casuals are going “yay, more Gargoyles” and the hardcore is moaning “continue the original, no reboots!” I kinda fall in the latter camp. While Wan usually produces quality products, the existence of this kiboshes any hope of Disney reviving the cartoon anytime soon, like they’re doing for the X-Men series. What I was really hoping for was Greg Weisman to return and produce a new animated season that picks up where the show left off (and by the way, he doesn’t consider “The Goliath Chronicles” canon, and neither do fans). Starting the whole story over again in a new medium is the riskier choice.

Fortunately, what I’m talking about kinda DOES exist in the form of a new comic book from Dynamite, written by Weisman, that continues the story just like I wanted Disney+ to do. It’s not ANIMATED, but it’s preferable to nothing at all. Pick it up at your comics shop and support the original clan.

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#1 Oct 17, 2023

You know, I remember Gargoyles getting canceled back in the day because some folks thought it was too scary for kids. Sure, the main characters might look like demons, but that show had so much heart. It tackled complex themes and had a depth that was pretty rare for an animated series. I'm all for a new generation getting to experience the magic of Gargoyles. Let's hope this live-action reboot can capture the essence of the original and introduce these incredible characters to a whole new audience.

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#2 Oct 17, 2023

As long as they steer clear of injecting politics and treat the Gargoyles reboot with honor, I think it has a chance to succeed. We've seen how certain reboots, like Thundercats Go, added unnecessary elements and didn't honor the original, ultimately damaging the franchise. Gargoyles has a passionate fanbase, and I hope Disney respects the source material and delivers a show that stays true to its essence. Fingers crossed for a successful revival.

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#3 Oct 17, 2023

I've got mixed feelings about this Gargoyles reboot. On one hand, having James Wan at the helm could bring a fresh, edgy take on the classic series. His horror expertise might give it an interesting twist. But I also understand the disappointment some fans are feeling. We all have fond memories of the original animated show, and rebooting it in live-action might change the tone and feel we loved.

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#4 Oct 17, 2023

Personally, I was hoping for a direct continuation of the animated series, especially with Greg Weisman involved. His work on the Gargoyles comics is great, and it's a testament to his dedication to the story. However, I'm not entirely against the live-action idea. If they manage to capture the essence and spirit of the original while delivering an engaging story, it could be a win.

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