A TV series adaptation of John Wyndhams sci-fi classicThe Day Of the Triffidshas been put into fast-track development byAmazonStudios.

According to sources, Johan Renick, Emmy winner for HBOsChernobyl,is attached to direct and executive produce.

The story centers on Bill Masen, a biologist who specializes in triffids.

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Johan Renck, ‘The Day of the Triffids’ bookGetty Images

The English book has had three UK radio adaptations and a 1962 feature starring Howard Keel.

The book also influenced the British post-apocalyptic horror movie28 Days Later.

Angry Films (and predecessor Montford Murphy Productions) feature credits includeReal Steeland the Transformers franchise.

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