‘Oz’ Creator Tom Fontana to Showrun Vatican Drama Series Based on ‘The Devil’s Business’ Book as Fabel Entertainment Scores Rights (EXCLUSIVE)
“Oz” creator Tom Fontana is set to create and showrun a new Vatican drama series based on Emanuele Midolo’s forthcoming novel “The Devil’s Business” after Fabel Entertainment scored book rights. “The Devil’s Business” — which is set to publish via Century in June 2028 — centers o
The news of Tom Fontana, the creator of the acclaimed series "Oz", taking on a Vatican drama series based on "The Devil's Business" book is sure to generate excitement among audiences in Venice, a city steeped in history and intrigue. The fact that Fabel Entertainment has secured the rights to the book, which is not set to publish until 2028, suggests that there is already significant interest in the project. This could be due to the timely and thought-provoking nature of the subject matter, which is likely to resonate with Venice's culturally savvy and intellectually curious population.
The involvement of Tom Fontana, a veteran showrunner with a proven track record of creating complex and engaging characters, is a major coup for the project. His experience in crafting compelling storylines and navigating complex themes will undoubtedly bring depth and nuance to the series. The fact that the book is set to be published in the future also raises questions about the potential for the series to be a game-changer in the world of television, and whether it will spark a new wave of interest in Vatican dramas. As the project moves forward, it will be interesting to see how Fontana and Fabel Entertainment choose to adapt the book for the small screen.
As the Venice audience waits with bated breath for more information about the series, they will be watching to see how the project develops and whether it will live up to the hype. With its unique blend of history, intrigue, and drama, the series has the potential to be a major hit, not just in Venice but globally. The next steps will be to see who will be cast in the series, and how the production team will bring the world of the Vatican to life on screen. With Tom Fontana at the helm, and the backing of Fabel Entertainment, this is definitely a project to keep an eye on in the coming months and years.
Originally reported by variety.com. VeniceNews adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.