Constantine HBO Max Show Will Reportedly Focus on Horror Instead of Religious Themes

Earlier in the week, The Illuminerdi exclusively reported that a Constantine series is in the works at HBO Max.

The series is said to be looking for a younger actor in their last 20s, described as a young 'Riz-Ahmed type.'

CONSTANTINE SERIES HEADING TO HBO MAX

Both Deadline and Variety have corroborated the rumor that a live-action Constantine series is in the works at HBO Max. The series is said to be produced by J.J Abrams' Bad Robot production company, with Guy Bolton to write the series.

Deadline reports Bolton has written a pilot script with plans to open the writers' room in March.

Meanwhile, Variety reports the series will focus on horror elements of the comics, instead of following the religious angle.

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