As a gamer who has spent countless hours immersed in the supernatural world of TVD, the news about a potential revival has me more excited than a werewolf at a full moon! The idea of stepping back into Mystic Falls and reuniting with my favorite characters is like finding the last golden artifact in an epic quest.
Secure your doors and refrain from inviting strangers inside, unless you’re seeking a captivating yet tormented immortal with a thirst for blood as a companion. Guess who’s making a comeback to your screens? Vampires! Yes, Netflix has revealed plans for the adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s book “Midnight Sun” into an animated series, providing a fresh take on the Twilight saga from Edward’s point of view. This development may have implications for the teen vampire genre that flourished in the 2010s. Julie Plec, creator of The Vampire Diaries, has expressed her thoughts on this topic.
Just like how “Twilight” revolutionized its genre upon release, this new installment in Stephenie Meyer’s magical realm has sparked whispers about the potential comeback of “The Vampire Diaries”. Alongside eight seasons of “TVD”, showrunner Julie Plec also witnessed the prosperity of two spinoffs, “The Originals” and “Legacies”. After exploring various other ventures, it appears she might be considering a return to Mystic Falls, as she hinted to The Hollywood Reporter.
It turns out that Paul Wesley and I exchanged messages only a couple of days ago. He had come across news about the upcoming Twilight animated series and commented, “Why aren’t we doing something like this?” To which I replied, “That’s an intriguing thought. We should definitely consider it.” There are numerous avenues to keep this universe vibrant and extend the franchise’s life.
It appears actor Paul Wesley, known for his role as Stefan Salvatore in TVD, has had a change of heart regarding his return to the series. While he previously stated he wouldn’t come back, recent comments from creator Julie Plec hint that he might be open to the idea now. On the other hand, Ian Somerhalder, who played Damon, shows no signs of reprising his role, as he has left Hollywood altogether.
In reality, the two actors portraying brothers onscreen maintain a strong bond offscreen too. They have jointly established a liquor brand named Brothers Bond Bourbon, symbolizing their Salvatore ancestry. It’s possible that one of them could collaborate with his partner in crime as a producer on a fresh project, since this opportunity might be a ‘now or never’ scenario, according to Plec.
For me, it’s just about the right idea and the right time, like I’m game. Leslie Morgenstein started talking about a Vampire Diaries movie in like season two, so I’m sure that it’s something that he still continues to pursue quietly. We’ve talked about all kinds of different ways to revisit parts of the story that we love or to tell a new version of the story. I know that those conversations are always happening. I personally know that there is a story that I would like to tell if anyone will have me eventually, so we shall see.
Since Plec’s latest supernatural series was terminated prematurely, it appears to be an opportune moment to re-explore her most prosperous work. Moreover, it seems the team behind The Vampire Diaries (TVD) have been brainstorming ideas for the vampire universe ever since Legacies was canceled.
Though the idea of a reunion for the original cast brings a nostalgic spark to my adolescent spirit, it seems unlikely given that key actors such as Kat Graham and Nina Dobrev have expressed reservations about rejoining the series.
TVD has the opportunity to mirror Twilight’s success by venturing into animation, given its expansive universe. With the abundance of flashbacks in the series, a prequel is within their reach. They might delve into the 1800s and expand on Lillian Salvatore’s tale, for instance, as her sudden appearance in Season 6 left me curious. Moreover, the show traversed various eras and locations throughout history, implying that the writers could explore numerous avenues with a new venture. In other words, the potential directions are limitless.
However, nothing has been confirmed or greenlit just yet. But with the Vampire Academy creator’s newest show The Girls On The Bus having already premiered on our 2024 TV schedule, we will certainly be keeping an eye on her next moves. And for Plec, more often than not, it seems all roads lead back to Mystic Falls!
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2024-09-22 00:37