Peacock has officially passed on the television series adaptation of Eli Roth’s Hostel franchise, according to reports from The Weekend Warrior.
The Transition from Streaming to Theatrical
The Hostel project was initially announced two years ago as a “modern adaptation” and “reinvention” of the original horror film. While Peacock had previously been slated as the home for the series, the platform has opted not to move forward with the episodic version of the material. According to the reporting, the creative team—including Roth, Chris Briggs, and Mike Fleiss—is pivoting the concept to accommodate a big-screen release.
Did you know?
The original Hostel film centered on American backpackers in Slovakia who fall victim to an elite group that facilitates the torture and murder of captives. The upcoming project intends to update this premise for modern audiences.
Paul Giamatti’s Involvement
Despite the change in distribution platform, actor Paul Giamatti remains attached to the project. Giamatti, who previously closed a deal to star in the series, is expected to maintain a key role in the theatrical version. While character details remain under wraps, this will be one of Giamatti’s first major television-adjacent projects following his recurring appearance on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
Production and Creative Direction
Eli Roth is set to direct the new feature, working from a script he co-wrote with producer Chris Briggs. Briggs, along with Mike Fleiss, returns as an executive producer. The team’s focus remains on a “modern-day reinvention” of the Hostel premise.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Hostel series still happening on Peacock? No, Peacock has passed on the series, and it is being redeveloped as a theatrical film.
- Is Paul Giamatti still involved? Yes, Giamatti is expected to star in a key role in the upcoming theatrical feature.
- Who is writing the new film? Eli Roth and Chris Briggs are co-writing the script, with Roth attached to direct.
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