Ridley Scott And Amazon Developing 'BLADE RUNNER 2099' Series

Five years after we returned to the world of Blade Runner with ‘Blade Runner 2049’, a new series is in the works surrounding that world. Coming from Director Ridley Scott and Amazon Studios, Blade Runner 2099 looks to add even more depth to an already expansive franchise.

Deadline breaks the news that Ridley Scott (Blade Runner) is executive producing the sequel series, with Blade Runner 2099 said to be a follow-up to Blade Runner 2049.

Silka Luisa (“Shining Girls”) is writing and executive producing.

Deadline notes, “The project, which would mark the first Blade Runner live-action series, is in priority development at Amazon Studios, which is fast tracking scripts and eyeing potential production dates. Staffing is currently underway for writers to join a room. Scott may direct if the series moves forward, sources said.”

Blade Runner 2099 comes from Alcon Entertainment, Scott Free, and Amazon Studios

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