Alcon Media Group to Adapt Films into UK TV Series

Alcon Media Group has announced plans to adapt several films into UK television series through its new Alcon International Studios division. The selected films include Christopher Nolan's remake of "Insomnia," Denis Villeneuve's "Prisoners," Denzel Washington's "The Book of Eli," Kate Hudson's rom-com "Something Borrowed," and the Hilary Swank and Gerard Butler film "P.S. I Love You."

In addition to these projects, Alcon International Studios is participating in a co-financing package for the upcoming TV reboot of Kathryn Bigelow's "Point Break" with Studiocanal and AMC.

Alcon co-founders and co-CEOs Andrew Kosove and Broderick Johnson expressed their enthusiasm for the new division, stating that it represents an exciting opportunity to enhance Alcon’s legacy and create a global television platform. They aim to collaborate with outstanding creators across the UK and Europe to bring unique stories to audiences worldwide.

Alcon is also behind the recent release of the film "The Social Reckoning," along with notable projects such as "The Sisterhood of Traveling Pants," "The Blind Side," and the acclaimed sci-fi series "The Expanse" on Syfy and Amazon. The company is also involved in the upcoming "Blade Runner 2099" series set to debut next month.