Syfy is revving up Blood Drive, a new grindhouse genre series from executive producers John Hlavin and David Straiton. Syfy and Universal Cable Productions just announced the series and revealed it will consist of 13 episodes.
“This highly stylized roller coaster ride is a throwback to 1970s grindhouse cinema. With its fast-paced thrills and indie feel, Blood Drive will make an exciting and edgy addition to Syfy’s growing slate of original scripted series,” stated Syfy and Chiller President Dave Howe.
“The grindhouse cinema style remains largely untapped in television. The combination of gritty action and dark humor can push the envelope in some fun and unexpected ways,” stated Jeff Wachtel, Chief Content Officer, NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment and President, Universal Cable Productions. “Blood Drive has all these elements and more. We’re excited to partner with John Hlavin and David Straiton to bring this cool, action-packed series to life.”
In addition to executive producing, Straiton (Bates Motel, Hemlock Grove) will direct the series. The pilot was written by James Roland.
The Plot: “Set in a near-apocalyptic future, the 13-episode series centers around LA’s last good cop who is forced to join a twisted, gory cross-country death race — with cars powered by blood and a dangerous femme fatale partner who sees people as fuel.”
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