Black Hole Series Ordered at Netflix for Graphic Novel Adaptation

The streaming service Netflix has ordered a straight-to-series adaptation of the graphic novel Black Hole by creator Charles Burns, marking the official launch of the long-gestating project. The new series will be adapted and directed by Jane Schoenbrun, whose feature work has earned critical attention. Netflix’s commitment brings renewed momentum to the project.

The announcement holds significance for fans of the original Black Hole graphic novel, which was first published in a limited 12-issue run between 1995 and 2005. The story centers on a group of Seattle-area teenagers in the 1970s who contract a mysterious sexually transmitted illness known as the “Bug,” resulting in strange physical mutations and social alienation. Burns’ work received acclaim in the comics community for its bleak mood and metaphorical richness.

Schoenbrun is set to write and direct the series. The adaptation will be produced by New Regency and Plan B, with Burns attached as an executive producer. The involvement of Burns in a producing role underscores continuity between the source material and the adaptation effort. The novel-to-screen move comes after multiple previous attempts to bring Black Hole to film, including attachments of directors such as David Fincher and Rick Famuyiwa in earlier years.

The series’ development through Netflix’s model appears to aim at capturing both horror and coming-of-age elements present in the original work. Black Hole blends adolescent anxiety, body horror and social transformation, set within a 1970s-era context. While Netflix has not yet disclosed the episode count or production timeline, the straight-to-series order suggests a level of confidence in the project. Burns’ graphic novel won major comics awards and has been cited for its influence on horror and alternative comics.

No casting announcements or release dates have been confirmed at this time. Production details such as filming location and season length remain under wraps. Fans and watchers of genre series will be interested to see how Netflix positions Black Hole in its overall portfolio of original horror-drama. The adaptation also comes at a time when streaming platforms are investing in mature graphic-novel adaptations for adult audiences.

Looking ahead, Netflix could unveil a trailer, casting updates or a premiere date at upcoming industry events later this year. With Jane Schoenbrun writing and directing, and Charles Burns closely involved, the series is poised to move into production in the near term. The project will now enter development and pre-production phases, and fans of the graphic novel can expect further updates on when the adaptation will reach screens.