Fans of horror-thrillers, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated series TEACUP is set to premiere on Peacock with its first two episodes dropping on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Following the premiere, two new episodes will be released weekly, leading up to a thrilling finale on Halloween.
First Look at SDCC
Fans attending San Diego Comic-Con 2024 got an exclusive sneak peek at TEACUP during a special panel. Executive producers James Wan and Ian McCulloch, along with stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, and Chaske Spencer, presented the first looks at this thrilling new series. The panel took place on Thursday, July 25, from 1:45 to 2:45 PM in Ballroom 20. And you can watch the preview above.
Insights from Showrunner Ian McCulloch
During the panel, showrunner and executive producer Ian McCulloch shared his journey from initial hesitation to a full embrace of adapting Robert McCammon’s novel Stinger. McCulloch expressed his initial doubts about turning a novel of such grand scale into a series, given his preference for “keyhole epics”—intimate, tightly focused narratives like Signs, The Thing, and A Quiet Place.
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However, after reading Stinger, the story stayed with him. McCulloch envisioned an adaptation that stripped away the large ensemble and giant set pieces, focusing instead on the core elements that made the novel compelling. This vision resulted in TEACUP, a series that he describes as “a puzzle-box mystery, an edge-of-your-seat thriller, a can’t-but-must-look horror story, a family drama, and a science fiction epic.”
Words from Executive Producer James Wan
Executive producer James Wan echoed McCulloch’s sentiments, highlighting the potential he saw in Stinger for a captivating series. Wan praised McCulloch’s ability to blend horror, mystery, and drama, creating a series that is both atmospheric and rich in humanity. He emphasized the stellar cast, led by Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, and Chaske Spencer, promising fans an unforgettable experience.
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“TEACUP defies easy labels,” said Wan. “It’s a genre-bending blend of horror, mystery, and drama, with layers that unfold like a captivating puzzle. It goes beyond chills and thrills and holds up a mirror to humanity, exploring the darkness that resides within us all.”
Are You Ready?
As TEACUP gears up for its premiere on Peacock this October, fans of horror and thrilling mysteries can look forward to an intense and captivating ride. With its unique adaptation of Robert McCammon’s Stinger, a stellar cast, and the visionary direction of Ian McCulloch and James Wan, TEACUP promises to be a standout series that explores the depths of fear, humanity, and survival. Don’t miss the chance to experience this thrilling new series that is sure to leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
About TEACUP
Premiere Date: October 10, 2024 (2 Episodes Weekly)
Showrunner / Executive Producer: Ian McCulloch
Director (101, 102) / Executive Producer: E.L. Katz
Executive Producers: James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett for Atomic Monster, Francisca X. Hu, Kevin Tancharoen
Executive Producer / Author (Stinger): Robert McCammon
Cast: Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, Kathy Baker, Boris McGiver, Caleb Dolden, Emilie Bierre, Luciano Leroux
Studio: UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group
Genre/Format: Horror Thriller, 8 x 30 Min Episodes
Synopsis
TEACUP follows a disparate group of people in rural Georgia who must come together to survive a mysterious threat. Inspired by Robert McCammon’s New York Times bestselling novel Stinger, the series promises to deliver a mix of horror, thriller, and family drama.
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