Paul Giamatti to Star in Eli Roth's Hostel TV Series

"Hostel," Eli Roth's groundbreaking 2006 horror film, is set to become a television series. Known for popularizing the "torture porn" genre, the movie will feature Paul Giamatti in a key role. Roth, who directed the original, is returning to helm the series and will co-write the script with Chris Briggs. The project has no attached network or streaming platform yet. Giamatti has been interested in "Hostel" since its inception, and his involvement suggests significant interest in the upcoming show, which aims to capture the film's disturbing and graphic essence for TV audiences. The original "Hostel" followed two college students who fall victim to a torture ring in Eastern Europe, earning $82 million globally and sparking controversy particularly regarding its portrayal of Slovakia. The film is noted for its intense scenes and commentary on human nature, which Roth aims to translate to the small screen. No release date has been announced yet.

The release date for the Hostel TV series has not been announced yet.

"Hostel" originally released in 2006 and became a cultural phenomenon, due in part to its graphic content and unsettling themes. The film's success led to sequels and discussions around the "torture porn" subgenre in horror. By translating it to TV, Eli Roth continues to explore the dark corners of human nature that the film first brought to light. Roth's involvement, along with Giamatti's role, suggests a compelling adaptation that horror fans will be eager to see unfold.