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Yahoo
2 hours ago
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- Yahoo
‘Mindhunter's Holt McCallany Teases 'A Chance' David Fincher Will Revive Series As Film Trilogy
More than five years after the Netflix series ended its two-season run, Mindhunter could get the feature-length trilogy treatment. Holt McCallany, who starred as FBI special agent Bill Tench in the true-crime series, said he recently spoke to creator David Fincher about the possibility of bringing the show back in another form. More from Deadline David Fincher Confirms 'Mindhunter' Is Done At Netflix For Now 'Mindhunter' Future In Limbo As Netflix Series' Cast Is Released & Season 3 Renewal Is Put On Indefinite Hold Kevin Williamson "Loosely" Based 'The Waterfront' On His Dad's Criminal Past: "He Paid The Price" 'I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance,' he told CBR. 'I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' McCallany added: 'And I felt very fortunate and privileged to have gotten to do that show at all. I would love it if it were to return. I think, like I said, you know, he gave me a little bit of hope when I had that meeting with him, but the sun, the moon and the stars would all have to align.' With his new show The Waterfront premiering Thursday on Netflix, McCallany noted the movies also would be for the streaming platform. 'So I think that in terms of dates and logistics, it could all be worked out, but it has to do, you know, with David really having the time and the inclination and being happy, you know, with the material. And, you know, that's a big question mark,' added McCallany. Based on the 1995 true-crime book Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit by John E. Douglas and Mark Olshaker, the series ran for two seasons from 2017-19. McCallany and Jonathan Groff starred as the fictional Tench and Holden Ford, based on the FBI agents who pioneered the modern system of serial-killer profiling. The series re-created some of their interviews with killers such as Ed Kemper, Charles Manson and David Berkowitz. Best of Deadline 'Stick' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The Apple TV+ Golf Series 'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'The Buccaneers' Season 2 Soundtrack: From Griff To Sabrina Carpenter
Metro
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Netflix's rudely axed Mindhunter could be returning with a twist
Almost six years ago, fans of the Netflix series Mindhunter were left devastated after it was axed after only two seasons. Now, the true crime series, which explored the psychology behind serial killers, could be getting a Hollywood makeover for a film revival. There is a potential to bring back the show as not only one movie but an entire trilogy, with creator David Fincher carefully vetting the scripts. Holt McCallany, who starred as FBI special agent Bill Tench, recently spoke to the Fight Club director, and it's looking up for fans. 'I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance,' he told CBR. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. 'I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It's unknown if the plan is to see the return of Holt and co-star Jonathan Groff, who played key figure Holden Ford. However, Holt is more than happy to return as he added: 'I felt very fortunate and privileged to have gotten to do that show at all. I would love it if it were to return. 'I think, like I said, you know, he gave me a little bit of hope when I had that meeting with him, but the sun, the moon, and the stars would all have to align.' Mindhunter was based on the 1995 book Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit by John E. Douglas and Mark Olshaker. It drew inspiration from the real FBI agents working to pioneer modern serial-killer profiling in the 70s, with real interviews with murderers re-enacted. Infamous killers like Ed Kemper, Richard Speck, Dennis Rader (known as BTK), and Charles Manson all featured in the show. The first episode dropped on October 13, 2017, and became an instant hit, totalling two seasons and 19 episodes. It was nominated for multiple Emmys, and Doctor Who star Jonathan was awarded best actor at the Satellite Awards in 2018. When the show was brutally axed after the second season, despite rave reviews, fans were furious. More Trending David explained to Vulture at the time: 'It's a 90-hour workweek. It absorbs everything in your life. When I got done, I was pretty exhausted, and I said, 'I don't know if I have it in me right now to break season three'.' He added: 'Listen, for the viewership that it had, it was a very expensive show.' Over 10,000 fans signed a petition for a third season to be created, but nothing ever came of the viewers' pleas for a return. Mindhunter seasons one and two are available to stream on Netflix . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 9 skin-crawling zombie films to watch after 28 Years Later MORE: James Gunn confirms controversial scene from Superman trailer isn't in the final cut MORE: How to watch 'captivating' true crime series A Body in the Snow after Karen Read's trial
Geek Feed
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Feed
Looks Like There's Hope for Mindhunter Fans After All
Netflix's Mindhunter managed to deliver two seasons before it got cancelled on Netflix, and while a lot of people cried for the series to come back, it looked like David Fincher had moved on. But as it turns out, there could be hope for the show after all. In a recent talk with CBR, Holt McCallany says he met with Fincher recently and says the series could come back in the form of a trilogy of films. He explains: 'I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance. I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' While the series has managed to showcase several real-life serial killers, one big cliffhanger involves the BTK Killer who is shown committing his murders around the same time as the series; but it's ultimately more tragic when you realize that BTK was caught in 2005. For now, McCallany says that ' stars would all have to align' to get a new Mindhunter trilogy going on Netflix, but with Stranger Things ending, maybe Netflix could look back at one of their more popular shows soon. Besides Mindhunter , there have also been calls for a GLOW movie which I've also been campaigning for, but we'll just have to wait and see what happens. In the meantime, you can watch two excellent seasons of Mindhunter now streaming on Netflix.
Geek Tyrant
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
David Fincher's MINDHUNTER Series Could Return as a Trilogy of Films; Writers are Working on it — GeekTyrant
It's been a long, frustrating road for Mindhunter fans. David Fincher's hauntingly detailed psychological crime series seemed to disappear into the Netflix void after its second season, despite critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase. Since 2019, viewers have been left wondering whether they'd ever get closure or a proper ending. Now, we finally have a flicker of hope… with a twist. In a new conversation with CBR, Holt McCallany, who played Special Agent Bill Tench, shared the most encouraging update we've heard in years, and while it's not Season 3, it could be three two hour movies. 'So look, you know, I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance. I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts.' While, this isn't a sure thing, there is a possibility of Mindhunter returning as a trilogy of films, that is now officially on the table. For fans who've been stuck in cancellation limbo, this is big news. Mindhunter never looked like a big-budget beast, but Fincher's exacting standards and cinematic approach made the show expensive to produce, and that's part of why Netflix pulled the plug. The fact that writers are currently working on potential scripts signals that Fincher is seriously exploring this idea. And even if Netflix ultimately says no, there's still a chance these films could find a home elsewhere. The streaming landscape has shifted, and more than a few high-profile shows have hopped platforms to get finished. Of course, nothing is greenlit yet, but I love the idea that Mindhunter could return in the form of two-hour films. It's the kind of storytelling format that could actually suit the show's methodical pacing.
Scotsman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Beloved Netflix show Mindhunter could make surprise return
Mindhunter fans have longed for a third season for years - and a sensational return has been hinted at 👀👀 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Mindhunter has not released new episodes since 2019. Fans have long demanded a third season. After years of waiting - hopes have been reignited. It has been more than half a decade since Mindhunter last released an episode - but hopes of a potential return have been reignited once again. Fans of the serial killer drama have long clung to dreams of a third season and one of the stars of the show has dropped a tantalising hint. First debuting on Netflix back in 2017, the series followed two FBI agents in the bureau's Behavioral Science Unit in the late 1970s at the dawn of the age of criminal profiling. A second series followed two years later and viewers have been waiting for more ever since. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It was never publicly announced that Mindhunter had been cancelled - however director David Fincher returned to the world of movies and the cast were released from their contracts in early 2020. A spokesperson for the streaming service said at the time: 'He may revisit Mindhunter again in the future, but in the meantime felt it wasn't fair to the actors to hold them from seeking other work while he was exploring new work of his own.' Back in 2023, Fincher dashed fans' dreams again by explaining why the show hadn't returned yet. He told Forbes : 'It's a very expensive show and, in the eyes of Netflix, we didn't attract enough of an audience to justify such an investment.' However, the door on an unlikely return for Mindhunter has been opened once again. Here's all you need to know: Mindhunter star hints it could return - with a twist Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mindhunter (Photo: Patrick Harbron/Netflix) | Patrick Harbron/Netflix Holt McCallany, who played Bill Tench in the show, is out on the press circuit promoting his soon-to-be-released Netflix series The Waterfront. Unsurprisingly he was asked once again about Mindhunter and he may have just reinvigorated hopes. He told CBR: "So look, you know, I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago, and he said to me that there is a chance that it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance.' However he did say that there was a big condition on any potential return for Mindhunter. He explained: 'I know there are writers that are working, but you know, David has to be happy with scripts." In a reference to his co-star on the Netflix show Jonathan Groff, Holt added: "And we gotta wait for the best actor on Broadway.' Groff was recently nominated for a Tony Award for his performance as Bobby Darin in Just in Time. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Would you like to see Mindhunter return? Let me know your thoughts by email: .
