AMC has officially given the green light to “Anne Rice’s The Talamasca” (working title), the third series in the Anne Rice Immortal Universe. Scheduled to debut in 2025, the show will focus on a secretive group known as the Talamasca, who are tasked with monitoring and controlling witches, vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural beings. Fans may recognize members of the Talamasca from previous installments such as “Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire” and “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches.”
The series will be led by co-showrunners and executive producers John Lee Hancock (“The Blind Side”) and Mark Lafferty (“The Right Stuff,” “Halt and Catch Fire”), with Hancock also taking on the role of director. The project was initially announced to be in the works back in January 2023.
While “Interview with the Vampire” is currently airing its second season, production for Season 2 of “Mayfair Witches” is underway in Dublin.
Dan McDermott, president of entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks, expressed his excitement for the upcoming series, emphasizing the significance of exploring the mysterious Talamasca organization within the Anne Rice universe. He praised the talents of the show’s creators and highlighted the collaborative efforts that have gone into expanding the Anne Rice Immortal Universe.
John Lee Hancock shared his journey in developing the concept for “The Talamasca,” crediting producer Mark Johnson for sparking his interest in the enigmatic organization. He drew parallels between the Talamasca and real-life intelligence agencies like the CIA or MI6, highlighting the intrigue of an entity shrouded in secrecy. Hancock expressed gratitude towards the team involved in bringing the series to life and conveyed his enthusiasm for contributing to the expanding narrative of the Anne Rice Immortal Universe.
With a strong creative team and a captivating premise, “Anne Rice’s The Talamasca” promises to delve deeper into the supernatural realm established by Anne Rice, offering viewers a fresh and engaging perspective on the world of witches, vampires, and other mystical beings. Stay tuned for more updates as the series continues to unfold its intriguing narrative.