Earth Abides (TV series) explained

Creator:Todd Komarnicki
Based On:Earth Abides by George R. Stewart
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Episodes:1
Network:MGM+

Earth Abides is an American post-apocalyptic science fiction drama television miniseries created by Todd Komarnicki, and starring Alexander Ludwig and Jessica Frances Dukes.[1] It is based on George R. Stewart's novel of the same title. The series premiered on December 1, 2024, via MGM+ in the United States and Stan in Australia.[2]

Cast

Production

In March 2024, it was announced that MGM+ had greenlit an adaptation of Stewart's novel as a six-episode limited series, with Ludwig cast as Ish.[3] In April that same year, it was announced that Dukes had been cast as the female lead.[4] In June that same year, it was announced that several other actors, including Aaron Tveit, had been cast in the series.

Notes and References

  1. Barraclough. Leo. Apocalyptic Drama ‘Earth Abides,’ ‘Gladiators’ Format Among Mipcom Slate From Amazon MGM Studios. October 1, 2024. Variety. October 15, 2024.
  2. Web site: Clarke. Stewart. ‘Earth Abides’ With Alexander Ludwig & Jessica Frances Dukes Sells To Stan; Streamer Snaps Up Series Based On George R. Stewart Novel From Amazon MGM Studios. October 9, 2024. Deadline Hollywood. October 15, 2024.
  3. Web site: Rice. Lynette. ‘Earth Abides’: MGM+ Greenlights Limited Series Adaptation Of George R. Stewart Sci-Fi Novel. March 26, 2024. Deadline Hollywood. October 14, 2024.
  4. Web site: Rice. Lynette. ‘Earth Abides’: ‘Ozark’s Jessica Frances Dukes Joins Alexander Ludwig In MGM+ Limited Series. April 8, 2024. Deadline Hollywood. October 14, 2024.