The brother directing duo ofJoe RussoandAnthony Russoare currently very busy making the next twoAvengers moviesfor Marvel, but they have already lined up their next project. Instead of tackling another massive movie franchise they are going to be returning to the world of TV. Though, they are sticking to comic book adaptations. This time they are adaptingQuantum and Woodyfrom the world of Valiant Comics.
The report comes courtesy ofThe Wrapwho are reporting that this Quantum and Woody TV series will be theRusso brothers' first project after they wrap onAvengers: Infinity WarandAvengers 4. Before directingCaptain America: The Winter Soldier,Joe RussoandAnthony Russocut their teeth in the world of TV, specifically comedic TV, with shows likeArrested DevelopmentandCommunity. Given thatQuantum and Woodyhas something of a light tone and that they are billed as the world’s worst super-duo, this seems to be right in their wheelhouse. For those who may not be familiar, here is a synopsis of theQuantum and Woodycomic book series from Valiant Comics.
“Once upon a time, Eric and Woody Henderson were inseparable.Adopted brothers. Best friends. Brilliant minds. Years later, they are estranged siblings, petty rivals, and washed-up failures. But when their father’s murder leads them into the throes of a life-altering scientific accident, Eric and Woody will find themselves with a whole new purpose, and a perfectly legitimate reason to wear costumes and fight crime. Go big or go home, folks! Quantum and Woody are coming! (And, yes, there will be a goat too. Eventually.”
TheRussobrothers will serve as Executive Producers onQuantum and WoodyalongsideMike Laroccaand Valiant Entertainment’sDinesh Shamdasani. Some moreMarvel Studiosalum are involved in the project as well, withAndrew BarrerandGabriel Ferrari, who are currently writingAnt-Man and the Wasp, scripting the pilot for the new series in addition to serving as Executive Producers.Quantum and Woodymay not be a household name, but with this creative team in place, it would be hard to not at least be a little interested in this show.
There are quite a few Valiant Comics projects in the works right now. Sony Pictures is currently working on movies based on the titlesBloodshotandHarbinger, which were both written by Oscar-nominatedArrivalscreenwriterEric Heisserer.Archer & ArmstrongandShadowmanare also both currently in development as movies. We could be seeing some sort of Valiant Cinematic Universe in the near future if this trend continues.
Joe RussoandAnthony Russoare Emmy-winning directors and they have done tremendous work in the realm ofcomic book adaptations. There is no reason to thinkQuantum and Woodywon’t also be great. Also, considering that this is the project they have decided to do right after the next twoAvengersmovies, that should inspire some confidence. There is no network attached yet but we should be hearing more about the project in the coming months.
