An Upgrade TV series is in the works

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Leigh Whannell plans to bring his sci-fi thriller to the small screen

(Image credit: Blumhouse)

Director Leigh Whannell surprised audiences in 2018 with his gritty action thriller Upgrade, and now he’s working on a small screen sequel.

The movie was welcomed by rave reviews and has acquired a vocal fanbase desperate for more. It seems that Whannell heard their calls because, according to Deadline, the director is working on a TV series that picks up just a few years after the events of the movie. 

The series will look to broaden the universe created in the movie, and showcase an evolved version of Stem alongside a new host. Whannell – who garnered praise for The Invisible Man earlier this year – is said to be focusing on a world where the government has repurposed and weaponized Stem. Joining forces with the horror powerhouse Blumhouse, the director has also teamed up with writer-producers Krystal Ziv Houghton and James Roland for his TV debut.

No word yet on where we’ll get to watch, but GamesRadar+ will be sure to keep you updated on the latest. Meanwhile, check out more of the best sci-fi movies all time.

Millicent Thomas
Millicent Thomas
Freelance Writer

Millicent Thomas was once a freelance games and film journalist, writing for publications including GamesRadar, Total Film, Space.com, GamesIndustry.biz, Wireframe, Little White Lies, Culturess, SciFiNow, and more. She is now in international PR and marketing.