2010 post-apocalyptic thriller The Book of Eli is finally coming back, but this time it will be on the small screen in the form of a prequel series. The aforementioned 2010s cult classic stars Denzel Washington as the mysterious Eli, a blind man traversing the apocalyptic wasteland as the sole heir to humanity's last hope. With its exquisite scenery and thrilling action, The Book of Eli It became an example of Hollywood's latest war movies.
unfortunately The Book of Eli received mixed reviews from critics and only managed to gross $150 million against an $80 million production budget (via Box Office Mojo). While these numbers sound impressive, given the film's advertising and marketing budget, which at best doubled the film's total cost, it's likely broken. Nevertheless, it became a cult hit with a fascinating post-apocalyptic world that piqued the interest of fans. A sequel was highly anticipated, but now the story is returning in the form of a prequel TV series.
Eli Prequel Book Series Confirmed
A Post-Apocalyptic Story Comes to the Small Screen
In the first major update to the franchise since the film's release in 2010, it has now been confirmed that The Book of Eli working on a prequel series. Despite being a developing project, several big names have already been added, including Star Wars Alum John Boyega will take on the role of a younger version of Eli (previously played by Denzel Washington). Original writer Gary Whitta returns as creator, executive producer and head writer of the series.
In addition to starring, Boyega will also serve as an executive producer alongside the Hughes brothers, who directed the original film. Despite the exciting opportunity, prequel series The Book of Eli not connected to a streaming service or networkand is likely to be shopped around. However, with such a promising start, it won't take long to find a suitor.
The Book of Eli
It premiered on January 11, 2010.
The Book of Eli Prequel Series
John Boyega is set to play Young Eli
The only name attached to the star so far The Book of Eli prequel series, John Boyega will reprise the role of Eli, originally played by Denzel Washington. At this point, it is impossible to say who will be in the cast and most of the film's other characters are unlikely to return. Eli is unknown to all the other characters in the film, so the only way they could appear in the prequel is if they were in a separate storyline.
Eli Prequel Book Series Story
What happened before the apocalypse?
since the end of The Book of Eli was the ultimate finale to the main character's story, it only makes sense that the prequel series would begin before the disaster that led to the apocalypse. Although nothing has been confirmed about the plot, the show will probably introduce the world and characters right before the apocalypse and then show how they adapt to the terrifying new world. The series will also be needed Show Eli's transition from a common man to a skilled warrior on a mission.
Could Book of Eli 2 still happen?
A sequel may be on the table
the question
Eli's book 2
It's been airing since 2010, but all evidence points to a sequel never happening.
Despite the franchise returning in a prequel, some are still clamoring for a sequel to continue the story after the film ends. the question Eli's book 2 floated since 2010, however all evidence points to a sequel never happening. The conclusion of the ending was not only a heart-wrenching finale, but also served the themes of the story. Continuing the story would do a disservice and completely undo what has been established.
On the other hand, a prequel series could help build interest in the sequelthis may explore other options beyond continuing the story after the end of the film. For example, Eli's book 2 could be another prequel The Book of Eli Set before the 2010 film, but takes place after the prequel show. This is a Mad MaxA stylized approach where Eli's adventures are sequenced. If the prequel series scores big, anything is possible for the future of the franchise.
