Los Angeles-based Happy Accidents Partners for Quirky Drama-Comedy "Gnomes"
Synopsis:
In a small town, two police officers confront an army of murderous garden gnomes that awaken during the town's inaugural Gnome-a-Palooza festival. The series blends practical effects and VFX to animate the miniature menaces.
Partnerships:
Happy Accidents has joined as co-producer and international distributor for "Gnomes." The project has been commissioned by Stan Australia and acquired by German broadcaster ZDFneo through Network Movie.
Concept and Creation:
Screen Invaders' Joel Kohn conceptualized the series, described as a blend of "Gremlins" and "Hot Fuzz." Total Fiction executive producers John Molloy and Richard Kelly will produce alongside Happy Accidents' Holly A. Hines and Eric Jarboe.
Production Details:
Production for "Gnomes" is slated to begin in early 2025 in Australia. The series will mark the debut production of Total Fiction and Screen Invaders.
Critical Acclaim:
The series received recognition at the 2023 Content London Drama Pitch Competition, placing second among over 200 international entries.
Executive Quotes:
"We fell in love with the concept and scripts. 'Gnomes' is a gem, wildly imaginative and hilariously offbeat." - Holly A. Hines, Co-CEO, Happy Accidents
"The enthusiasm from Stan Australia and ZDFneo showcases its universal appeal. We eagerly anticipate introducing this unique adventure to audiences." - Eric Jarboe, Co-CEO, Happy Accidents
Additional Details:
Australian comedy writers Tegan Higginbotham and Paul Verhoeven are penning the scripts, while Matthias Hoene will direct the setup.