The series is described as a harrowing adventure that changes the mind and reality and marks the latest effort for the prolific writer-producer streamer.
JJ Abrams continues to grow his TV list.
The prolific writer-producer-director established an original idea, Subject to change, as his last TV series for the streamer HBO Max, sponsored by WarnerMedia.
The drama follows a desperate college student who signs up for a clinical trial that starts a wild, distressing adventure that breaks the mind and reality. Abrams will write the script and produce alongside showrunner Jennifer Yale (Legion, Outlander, Underground)
“It has been amazing and fun to weave this somewhat insane story with Jenn, and I am grateful to her and everyone at HBO Max for the opportunity to bring this story to life,” Abrams said in a statement on Friday. Yale added, “I felt so privileged to be working with JJ and Bad Robot to expand JJ’s exciting story to create a sinuous and thought-provoking thriller where almost anything is possible and everything is planned. Now, in partnership with HBO Max to make it a reality is a dream. “
From Abrams’ Bad Robot banner, based on WarnerMedia, the Yale and Abrams executive produces alongside Ben Stephenson, head of Bad Robot television, with Rachel Rusch Rich on board as co-EP in the Warner Bros. drama. TV.
Subject to change marks Abrams’ latest series for the HBO Max streamer as part of his rich overall deal with WarnerMedia. The recovery comes days after the news that Abrams will produce a different version of DC’s Constantine for HBO Max. Other series in development for the streamer include Duster, colleague DC Justice League of Darkness and The brightness spin off Neglect. He also has an original idea Underworld that he’s writing for the premium cable network HBO.
“We can’t wait to bring this complex and revealing thriller to HBO Max,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of originals at HBO Max. “It will take viewers on an unexpected tour, showcasing the creative brilliance of JJ, Jennifer and the Bad team Robot. “
Bad Robot signed a large film and TV contract with WarneMedia in 2019 after a multi-channel bidding war that saw the company attract significant interest from streamers, including Apple, with the technology giant offering Abrams more than $ 500 million. Abrams content is expected to be a centerpiece of the HBO Max platform for years to come.