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Paul Feig is gearing up to helm a new narrative film for Blumhouse, inspired by the article from New York Magazine by William Brennan that gave rise to the Netflix docuseries “Worst Roommate Ever.” This project marks a significant milestone for Blumhouse as it is the first instance of the company developing both a movie and a series derived from the same source material.
Feig will take on the role of producer alongside his partner Laura Fischer. Also contributing as producers are Jason Blum, Chris Morgan, and Vox Media’s Scoop Wasserstein. The executive production team includes Ainsley Davies from Chris Morgan Productions, William Brennan, Blumhouse’s Bea Sequeira, and Shaun S. Sutton, who is the VP of Creative Development and Production. The screenplay has been penned by Stephen Susco, known for his work on Blumhouse’s “Unfriended: Dark Web.” Haley Pigman will supervise the project for Blumhouse.
The film’s plot, as outlined in its synopsis, revolves around a recently single woman who believes she has found the ideal tenant to sublet her extra room in her dream house. However, she soon discovers that he is not what he seems, masking his true identity with a fake name and application. What unfolds is a gripping tale in which she inadvertently lets a serial squatter into her living space—someone who is determined to stay, regardless of the consequences.
According to Jason Blum, CEO and founder of Blumhouse, the compelling nature of “Worst Roommate Ever” stems from the duality of internet connectivity. While it has broadened our networks, it has also made deceit easier, creating stories that are both shocking and suspenseful. He expressed confidence in Feig’s ability to navigate the balance between dark themes and humor, promising an engaging adaptation of this jaw-dropping narrative.
Feig himself shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Jason and I have been seeking the right project to collaborate on for quite some time. This story is uniquely designed to offer a blend of chills, suspense, emotional depth, and a touch of comedic dread, which is something we both enjoy showcasing to viewers. I truly couldn’t ask for a better partner than Jason for this film.”
The two seasons of “Worst Roommate Ever” have successfully garnered attention on Netflix, placing within the platform’s Global Top 10 for English shows and making the Top 10 in over 75 countries, including a week at #1 in the U.S. It wouldn’t be surprising if the feature film also found a home on the streaming service following its release.
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