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spectre · 11-15-2003, 09:20 PM

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Confirmed: Farscape Miniseries on the Way!
The rumors are true...
November 14, 2003 - As IGN FilmForce reported back in July, a new Farscape project is finally on its way. While an official announcement was postponed earlier this week, IGN FilmForce has learned that the production office in Australia has re-opened and work has begun on a new project.

The Henson company would not comment on the information but a source close to the production has confirmed that the new project will be a miniseries, not a new season as originally hoped for by the fans. While no plot details are available, sources have also confirmed that the new project will be independent from the Sci-Fi Channel, the network that broadcast the series. No information is currently available about just where the new miniseries will be appearing or when.

Obviously, this is good news for the fans that have fought so hard to bring the series back but there may be cause for guarded optimism. The miniseries is currently seen as a standalone project with no new episode commitment attached, so nothing is guaranteed beyond this project. More information as it becomes available right here at IGNFF.
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Unfortunately, it's not a new season, but hopefully, this will bring closure to a great series.

auswegian · 11-15-2003, 09:23 PM

That should be interesting. Better than nothing I suppose.

Harshaw · 11-15-2003, 09:32 PM

I really really want this to be true, but I will believe it when someone other than McIGN runs the story.

spectre · 11-15-2003, 10:03 PM

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Originally posted by Harshaw
I really really want this to be true, but I will believe it when someone other than McIGN runs the story.

From Dark Horizons
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"Farscape" Gets a Reprieve"

The cancelled but highly acclaimed Sci-Fi Channel series which had its plug pulled earlier this year may be making a comeback. Last week an insider sent along this rumour:

"Farscape is back in production - the series is to be wrapped up in 4-6 new episodes with the usual crew, cast and producers. The props and sets are being dusted off and are being assembled in preparation for filming in Sydney. The new mini-season will complete the story arc and bring closure".

An interesting story and a solid source but still it sounded almost like wishful thinking and as there still hasn't been any official announcement about it I held off. After all, you would've thought Sci-Fi would have shouted it from the rooftops that its coming back to appease the ravenous fans of the show (incl. me).

Then some people I know connected with the show started mentioning it's coming back and its confirmed that the Sydney production office is open again. I placed three separate calls to them on Tuesday to confirm/deny the rumours and all three calls were not only summarily cut off at their end but the secretary hurled nasty insults (courtesy is a dying art) - I've never had problems with these guys before so best guess would be they've been advised not to speak to press at all (which would explain the lack of coverage locally).

That would also explain that when I got in contact with a US publicity rep for Sci-Fi, they said they couldn't comment on it at this time but will be releasing details when they're available soon. Something IS stirring, I guess we'll have to wait to find out what exactly.
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Fremen · 11-15-2003, 11:07 PM

I wonder how they'll resolve the John and Aeron debacle.

kerk9191 · 11-16-2003, 03:12 AM

Frellin' Awesome!

I know not everyone loved it (sci-fi tv somewhat less than a uniform mass of programming like soaps), but the fan base has been pretty active, so it's nice to think that the powers that be can recognize that and act.... gives some glimmer of hope to other KO'ed shows....

and a mini-series is enough to bring closure, and stop these sillly group help sessions....ugh....

Prophecy · 11-16-2003, 07:43 PM

Man, I miss this show, it was one of my favorites on tv.
Hopefully, this new mini-series is as fun to watch as the old show. Also, I'd buy the boxsets for the regular season, but $100 for 3 ep. is way to much. And does anyone know if they've released all the seasons on boxset yet?

losthellhound · 11-16-2003, 09:56 PM

very frellin' awesome..

Loved the show, hated to see it go..

Moobie · 11-17-2003, 08:05 AM

Woohoo! Finally a reason to get cable again. It's like Pigs in Space, only better.

JimmyTheHutt · 11-17-2003, 10:12 PM

Gotta agree with everyone on this. Frelling GREAT news! I was a huge fan of the series and would like to see it actually WRAP up some way, if they won't keep it going.

Veritas en Lux!
Jimmy The Hutt

Harshaw · 11-18-2003, 05:32 AM

I'm looking forward to this, I need to see the last 3 before it happens though.

Cycler · 11-20-2003, 09:50 PM

Complete seasons One and Two are in box sets. I can't remeber what I paid for the first season but complete season two was 149.00 on ADV Films website. Glad to hear that it is coming back in any way shape or form. One of the beast shows I have ever watched.

11-15-2003, 09:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
spectre Junkie	Good news for the Farscape fans out there Link <hr> Confirmed: Farscape Miniseries on the Way! The rumors are true... November 14, 2003 - As IGN FilmForce reported back in July, a new Farscape project is finally on its way. While an official announcement was postponed earlier this week, IGN FilmForce has learned that the production office in Australia has re-opened and work has begun on a new project. The Henson company would not comment on the information but a source close to the production has confirmed that the new project will be a miniseries, not a new season as originally hoped for by the fans. While no plot details are available, sources have also confirmed that the new project will be independent from the Sci-Fi Channel, the network that broadcast the series. No information is currently available about just where the new miniseries will be appearing or when. Obviously, this is good news for the fans that have fought so hard to bring the series back but there may be cause for guarded optimism. The miniseries is currently seen as a standalone project with no new episode commitment attached, so nothing is guaranteed beyond this project. More information as it becomes available right here at IGNFF. <hr> Unfortunately, it's not a new season, but hopefully, this will bring closure to a great series. __________________ "Fuck these chains No goddamn slave I will be different" ~ Machine Head

11-15-2003, 09:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
auswegian Crazy Location: Perth, Australia	That should be interesting. Better than nothing I suppose. __________________ "Look, I'm pretty relaxed for a guy who just lost money on a rave. And who's currently speeding down the highway drunk off my tits. And I'm being chased by someone in a blue Corolla. Woohoo! I just ran a red light!"

11-15-2003, 09:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
Harshaw Is mad at you. Location: Bored in Sacramento	I really really want this to be true, but I will believe it when someone other than McIGN runs the story. __________________ This too shall pass.

11-15-2003, 11:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
Fremen With a mustache, the cool factor would be too much Location: left side of my couch, East Texas	I wonder how they'll resolve the John and Aeron debacle. __________________ Google

11-16-2003, 07:43 PM	#7 (permalink)
Prophecy Oracle & Apollyon Location: Limbus Patrum	Man, I miss this show, it was one of my favorites on tv. Hopefully, this new mini-series is as fun to watch as the old show. Also, I'd buy the boxsets for the regular season, but $100 for 3 ep. is way to much. And does anyone know if they've released all the seasons on boxset yet? __________________ La Disciplina È La Mia Spada, La Fede È Il Mio Schermo, Non salti Ciecamente In Incertezza, E Potete Raccogliere Le Ricompense.

11-16-2003, 03:12 AM	#6 (permalink)
kerk9191 Upright Location: not standing still	Frellin' Awesome! I know not everyone loved it (sci-fi tv somewhat less than a uniform mass of programming like soaps), but the fan base has been pretty active, so it's nice to think that the powers that be can recognize that and act.... gives some glimmer of hope to other KO'ed shows.... and a mini-series is enough to bring closure, and stop these sillly group help sessions....ugh....

11-16-2003, 09:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
losthellhound Thats MR. Muffin Face now Location: Everywhere work sends me	very frellin' awesome.. Loved the show, hated to see it go.. __________________ "Life is possible only with illusions. And so, the question for the science of mental health must become an absolutely new and revolutionary one, yet one that reflects the essence of the human condition: On what level of illusion does one live?" -- Ernest Becker, The Denial of Death

11-17-2003, 08:05 AM	#9 (permalink)
Moobie Insane Location: baked beans	Woohoo! Finally a reason to get cable again. It's like Pigs in Space, only better. __________________ Obscenity is the crutch of inarticulate motherfuckers. We like money. Give us your money you stupid consumer whore.

11-17-2003, 10:12 PM	#10 (permalink)
JimmyTheHutt Psycho Location: Hell (Phoenix AZ)	Gotta agree with everyone on this. Frelling GREAT news! I was a huge fan of the series and would like to see it actually WRAP up some way, if they won't keep it going. Veritas en Lux! Jimmy The Hutt __________________ Think Jabba, only with more hair and vestigal legs.... "This isn't a nightmare, its real. Nightmare's end." -ShadowDancer

11-18-2003, 05:32 AM	#11 (permalink)
Harshaw Is mad at you. Location: Bored in Sacramento	I'm looking forward to this, I need to see the last 3 before it happens though. __________________ This too shall pass.

11-20-2003, 09:50 PM	#12 (permalink)
Cycler Float on.... Alright Location: Where the wind comes sweeping down the plains, i.e. Oklahoma	Complete seasons One and Two are in box sets. I can't remeber what I paid for the first season but complete season two was 149.00 on ADV Films website. Glad to hear that it is coming back in any way shape or form. One of the beast shows I have ever watched. __________________ "I'm not even supposed to be here today." "I assure you we're open."