Blumhouse is developing a new horror property that could become its next major franchise. The project will bring a disturbing comic book universe to the screen through film and animation adaptations. It also expands its existing partnership with an acclaimed comic book writer.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Blumhouse Atomic is developing adaptations of Exquisite Corpses, the award-winning comic book universe created by James Tynion IV and artist Michael Walsh. The studio is partnering with Tynion’s production company, Tiny Onion, and Lyrical Media on the project.
The announcement follows a new first-look deal between Blumhouse Atomic and Tiny Onion. Blumhouse founder and CEO Jason Blum praised Tynion’s ability to create compelling horror stories. He also cited their previous collaboration on Something Is Killing the Children as a reason to expand their partnership. Tynion similarly expressed enthusiasm about working with Blumhouse and its commitment to the horror genre.
What is Exquisite Corpses about?
The event brings 12 killers together, with each fighting to become the last person standing. The winning family’s chosen killer secures control for the next five years. However, the competition puts the town’s residents in danger as they get caught in the violence.
The comic’s original run included 13 issues and sold more than one million copies within its first 18 months. The property has since expanded with three spin-off series focusing on individual killers. Another main storyline is also in development.
The project gives Blumhouse an opportunity to explore a horror property with several characters and stories. The studio is already adapting another of Tynion’s comics, Something Is Killing the Children, as a live-action film and an adult animated series. The Exquisite Corpses adaptations will further expand the writer’s work on screen.
