Farscape‘s 20th anniversary panel at San Diego Comic Con was packed to the brim with fans who miss the show. It’s always been beloved, but in recent years there have been more rumors about its potential revival. Everyone seems to be on board, actors and creators included, so what’s the problem?
Well, we might not be waiting too much longer…
Granted, nothing has been inked or signed, but creator Rockne S. O’Bannon and Brian Henson of The Jim Henson Company were on hand to assure fans that they’re still working on reviving the show, and have never stopped. “For a number of years we wanted to continue Farscape in movies,” said Henson, while also noting that any story they wanted to tell couldn’t likely be contained in two hours. So they’ve moved back to television in terms of finding a new home for the series.
Amazon Prime Video was hinted as the most likely streaming venue to pick up the show—not surprising given that the entirety of Farscape is now on Prime Video after going without a streaming home for a few years—which begs the question of just how far along in the process they are, but O’Bannon was more direct: “We’re not done with Farscape.”
The audience burst into applause.
Henson: "For a number of years, we wanted to… continue #Farscape in movies." But they can't do it in two hours. But… BUT… they are looking at other formats!
O'Bannon: "WE'RE NOT DONE WITH FARSCAPE." *audience erupts!*#farscapenow #SDCC2019 #LootSDCC— Loot Crate (@lootcrate) July 18, 2019
It’s good to hear that the creative team has gone back to the idea of television; while it was satisfying to have the series end properly with the Peacekeeper Wars revival, the 4-hour mini-series was pointedly too short to contain the usual layered storytelling that Farscape was known for. Another show (even if it were closer to the more common 13-episode format of today) would be a better way to bring Farscape back to the masses.
Fingers crossed!
Great to hear from both Brian Henson and Rockne O’Bannon at the SAME time discussing Farscape’s future. Hopefully it won’t be much longer before we see new Farscape.
Yayyyy!!!!!
Even so…
RIP Jonathan “Rygel” Hardy
The momentum continues to build. It is good to finally hear from Rockne again. His silence the past year was slightly worrying. And yes, they have finally gotten past Henson’s idea of doing a movie and are back to the idea of the television format. That is where Farscape belongs. Amazon is the most likely venue. The cable and broadcast networks are too stick-in-the-mud and lowest common denominator. We are at best looking at an autumn 2020 return though. But as I have been saying for a year now – we WILL have more Farscape.
Me: (fingers crossed, eyes closed, knees drawn, rocking back & forth)
“pleasepleasepleasepleaseplease….”
My 15yo daughter (named Aeryn btw):
“Great….. At least I got a cool name out of Mom’s insanity.”
:gasp: OMG OMG OMG
Wow. This article appeared the same day I finished the entire run of Farscape on Amazon Prime. I remember watching it back when it was on cable but wanted to re-watch it. It was one of my favorite shows back when it first aired and its still a favorite now. Since I’m an Amazon Prime member if Amazon Studios picks up a Farscape sequel I’ll be in heaven as that streaming platform has some of my all-time favorite series airing – both old – (BSG reboot, B5, the various Star Treks, etc) and new (Mr Robot, Orphan Black, Hanna, The Expanse, Humans, etc).
I remember reading recently that one possible sequel would be to focus on Aeryn and John’s son, Dargo Sun Crichton.
I won’t hold my breath but if this happens I will be over the moon.
I would love to see it continue. I watched it from the beginning, watching the characters develop into people you find interesting and want to know what they’re going to do next. I’ve watched the series twiceover on DVD. If they make a movie or series I will definitely be there watching it! I thought it was the best scifi I ever saw
wow, this is unbelievably awesome. Best show ever made and props for letting the cast contribute so much to the storyline. I believe this is why it got better every season, everyone was enthusiastic about developing the story and they worked well together.
Just started the boxed set, wonderful. Had forgot how good it was, way ahead of its time (sorry). A newer take would be great. Looking at recreating the crew and the rest in miniature for RPG/gaming
We’ve had this same news every 3 or 4 years where Henson and O’Bannon mention they haven’t given up on the property and might be nearing some deal which isn’t inked yet and then nothing for another 3 or 4…. They mean well but I doubt they find a financer.
We’re watching the series again. It would be great to see it return. Soonest!
I have mixed feelings about a return of Farscape. I didn’t like the comics and hope they don’t follow that story line. As for the original actors, it’s been a long time. Still, I’d like to see their return, older and wiser but still kicking butt. I especially want to see a continuation of the greatest love story ever on TV, John and Aeryn
Great show that deserves to be back. Fans want it. Fans miss it! Please, please, bring it back soon.
I would love this to happen too!! I’m in love with this show. I rewatch it alot too. Something fun, exciting, adventurous, and romantic all in one! Please…..more farscape!!
I think it might have used some adjustment on it’s advertising. It originally aired on the scifi channel, and I’ve never liked anything SciFi before except Starwars. But I thought Farscape was much better than Starwars.
When I accidentally stumbled across the show at the mechanics office I was instantly hooked. Finally got the series on DVD and addictly watched all the episodes with each one holding its own weight in excellence.
However when I finally watched the first couple episodes from the beginning, they were a little slow and I’m not really sure if they fully communicated the greatness of all of the other episodes. –And people, being people, may have prejudged the show an missed out. Because never have I seen a TV show bring that much perfection to each episode …before Farscape began or since it ended.
Farscape allowed me, for the first time in my life to deeply appreciate the earth, farscape allowed me to see life from a completely different perspective…while taking me on a vacation to places that aren’t possible to go.
Thank you to the whole crew for what you have already given, my life is better because of it. And I look forward to anything else you create. I have no doubt it will happen. I think its not a matter of if, but when. So please email me when it is.
Oh please bring it back! I’ve watched it on DVD over and over!
Best Sci-fi series ever!
The movie, “Peacekeeper Wars” was abruptly ended, with so many more stories to tell, and new worlds and creatures to explore! I love this series!
One more thing-Bring back Zan!!
She is missed! You could have the crew reunite with her, and Stark for that matter!
You could also have Jothy come back to save D’Argo.
Whatever you do- BRING FARSCAPE BACK!!!!!
Farscape is part of my Xmas vacation tradition. I take 3 weeks off from work. During this time, each year, I re-watch Farscape/Peacekeeper Wars. It’s the only show I’ve bought repeatedly when a new release had more extras or upgraded performance. Love it!! I check for “new” show updates each year in hopes some version will return. If it does, count me in, I will absolutely tune in. After all, I’m a fan for life!! :-)
6 months later…and still nothing. They mean well…
…and still waiting lol…
I was disappointed to not hear about this at the 20 year celebration at the Henson Studios. However, I was overwhelmed to hear Gigi and Mr. Froonium Manning Elude to the confirmation Of Farscape’s revival on her twitch channel last May. For a long time the rumor was of writer Justin Monjo working on a script for HBO. Bringing back the best sci-fi show of the last 20 years is the one thing I look forward to coming out of the pandemic.
Cannot wait to see my favorite character back! Dominar Rygel !
Sooo happy to hear this!! Hope to see again my belived John and other characters!! Looove the show since i was 12 years old!! And still adore it!!! One of the best shows ever!!! MUST BE CONTINUE WITH ORIGINAL CAST ACTORS!!! Hope we will not have to wait to much!!! Cant wait!!!