The original Blacula film was directed by William Crain, with Emmy winner William Marshall (As Adam Early in the Morning) starring as the titular vampire.
Thank you to Aaron, Brenda and team Bron as well as everyone at MGM for joining us on this adventure.
“Blacula is arguably one of the most prestigious Black franchises,” Deon Taylor said in a statement.
The reboot will be co-written by Taylor and Micah Ranum.