Arthur C. Clarke’s “Childhood’s End,” one of the most-acclaimed science fiction novels of all time, will come to life in the first-ever adaptation beginning December 14th on Syfy. This six-hour television event from Syfy and Universal Cable Productions will air over three consecutive nights on Monday, December 14th, Tuesday, December 15th and Wednesday, December 16th from 8-10PM (ET/PT).
Executive produced by award-winning producers Akiva Goldsman (“Lone Survivor,” “A Beautiful Mind,” “I Am Legend”) and Michael De Luca (“Captain Phillips,” “Moneyball,” “The Social Network”), the star-studded cast is led by Charles Dance (“Game of Thrones”), Mike Vogel (“Under the Dome”), Daisy Betts (“The Last Resort”), Yael Stone (“Orange is the New Black”), Julian McMahon (“Nip/Tuck”), Osy Ikhile (“The Fear”) and Colm Meaney (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”).
“Childhood’s End” follows the peaceful invasion of Earth by the alien Overlords, who promise to eliminate poverty, war and sickness – ushering in a golden age of peace, health and security for all of humankind. But why do the Overlords insist on hiding their appearance – and what do they ultimately want from Earth? While much of the world enjoys its newfound utopia, some suspect there’s a price to pay. As the truth about the Overlords’ intentions are revealed, humanity will discover its actual destiny may actually be a nightmare, instead of a dream.
“Childhood’s End” is adapted by Matthew Graham (creator of BBC’s “Life on Mars” and “Ashes to Ashes”), who serve as writer/executive producer. Alissa Phillips (“Moneyball,” “Mob City”) is co-executive producer. Universal Cable Productions is the studio.
The miniseries is directed by Nick Hurran, who received an Emmy® nomination for “Sherlock” and a Hugo Award nomination for “Dr. Who.”
