How long should a TV adaptation run to do justice to its source material? Well, if you ask, Robert Kirkman, the creative genius behind Amazon Prime's animated series Invincible, for a very long time.
Kirman recently revealed his vision for the show's future, and if you're hoping for a long, drawn-out saga, you might be in for a surprise.
, Kirkman hinted that a span of about seven to eight seasons might be the sweet spot to adapt the entirety of the Invincible comic series. However, he quickly added a twist, mentioning he's "trying not to pin it down to a number," calling the entire endeavor "a moving target".
According to Kirkman, this isn't merely about adapting the comics verbatim. It's about breathing new life into them and explore avenues that perhaps the comics couldn't. "I think it'd be cool to have some episodes here and there that are completely original," Kirkman mused. And why not? If The Walking Dead could take liberties, why can't Invincible?
Kirkman's approach to Invincible is reminiscent of his work on Fear the Walking Dead. He's not afraid to deviate from its source material, expand on certain plot points, or even introduce entirely new arcs. This flexibility has often been the secret sauce behind the success of his TV adaptations.
