The iconic cult hit from the legendary director Hitchcock is getting a new lease of life in the format of a series. Here’s the latest on The Birds:

The original film from Hitchcock captured the attention of audiences upon release and for centuries afterwards. Now, a new release of information reveals the details of a plot to serialise the original material.

What’s The Birds about?

The popularity of the original work means there’s not much more to add, but here’s a rundown of the film’s plot to refresh anyone’s memory. The series will utilise the premise of the haunting transformation of a town’s wings residents turning against the people who live the with murderous rage beyond our understanding. Written by Tom Spezialy (CHAOS), the new take will shift the context into a more contemporary setting and add a murder mystery twist alongside new characters.

Who’s in it?

The currently announced cast list includes Sarah Snook (Succession), with more roles to be announced as production progresses.

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