FX Orders "Very Young Frankenstein" Series Starring Zach Galifianakis

FX has given a series order to "Very Young Frankenstein," a new show starring Zach Galifianakis. The network describes it as a "completely original take" on the classic Mel Brooks story.

18 May, 20:00 — 18 May, 20:33

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This series order marks a significant move for FX, bringing a new comedic take on a beloved cult classic to television. The involvement of Zach Galifianakis suggests a high-profile and potentially unique interpretation of the iconic "Young Frankenstein" story.

Key entitiesFX Zach Galifianakis Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein Dolly Wells Spencer House

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varietyMostly Factual102d ago

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Ordered to Series at FX

FX has given a series order to “Very Young Frankenstein.” The project was first announced with a pilot order in 2025. Exact plot details are still under wraps, aside from the fact it is inspired by the classic Mel Brooks-Gene Wilder comedy “Young Frankenstein.” As previously reported, the show stars Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and […]

By Joseph Otterson

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual102d ago

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Lives at FX With Series Order

Zach Galifianakis, Dolly Wells and Spencer House will star in the new take on the classic Mel Brooks movie.

By Rick Porter

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deadlineMostly Factual102d ago

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic

EXCLUSIVE: FX has picked up to series its last outstanding pilot, Very Young Frankenstein, a comedy based on Mel Brooks’ 1974 cult classic 20th Century Studios film Young Frankenstein. The series for FX and Hulu comes from the What We Do In the Shadows trio of Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi and Garrett Basch, who executive […]

By Nellie Andreeva

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First report: deadline · 18 May, 20:00|Full coverage: 3 · 34m|Window: 34m

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‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic

variety18 May, 20:05

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Ordered to Series at FX

hollywood-reporter18 May, 20:33Latest update

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FX Orders "Very Young Frankenstein" Series Starring Zach Galifianakis

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‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Ordered to Series at FX

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Lives at FX With Series Order

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic

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‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Starring Zach Galifianakis Gets Series Order, FX Exec Calls It “A Completely Original Take” On Mel Brooks Classic

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Ordered to Series at FX

‘Very Young Frankenstein’ Lives at FX With Series Order

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