Variety reports that Apple has picked up a live-action Speed Racer series. J.J.Abrams will be the executive producer of the series.
Speed Racer is a Japanese automobile racing media franchise that began in 1966 as a Manga and was then adapted into an anime in 1967. It follows the adventures of Speed Racer. His father, Pops Racer, his little brother Spritle, his pet Chimp-Chim, and his girlfriend are all on his team.
This would be the first time that the cartoon has been adapted into a live action television show, but it was previously made into a live action film.
The series will be written by two people. Fitzgerald is known for his work on shows that include "Friday Night Lights", "Westworld", and "Weeds".
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