In shocking news, beloved children's show Teletubbies is getting a gritty, live-action reboot. According to leaked information, this new adaptation will take the series in a much darker direction.
Gone are the bright colors and cheerful landscape. Instead, we're introduced to a post-apocalyptic world fraught with danger and tension. Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po are all there, but they're not the happy-go-lucky friends we're used to. Instead, they're hardened survivors just trying to stay alive.
The show's creators have stated that they want to take Teletubbies in a completely different direction. And boy, have they ever. Here are some of the changes and plot points that we can expect from the show:
Tinky Winky is now a grizzled war veteran. He's seen it all and done it all. But the horrors of war have left him with PTSD and a drinking problem. He's haunted by the memory of his colleagues and loved ones who didn't make it out alive. In the pilot episode, Tinky Winky downs an entire bottle of vodka as he watches an old newsreel from the front lines.
Dipsy is now a shady criminal. A former drug dealer and money launderer, Dipsy knows how to survive in this new world. But when a powerful gangster comes to town, Dipsy finds himself caught up in a dangerous power struggle. Will he be able to come out on top? Or will he end up buried in an unmarked grave?
Laa-Laa is a hardened survivor. She's tough as nails and isn't afraid to get her hands dirty. She's also fiercely loyal to her friends. In one episode, she risks everything to save Tinky Winky's life. But at what cost?
Po is the youngest member of the group, but she's not to be underestimated. Her innocence and naivete make her vulnerable, but they also give her a unique perspective on the world. In one episode, she befriends a group of children who are struggling to survive on their own. But when a group of ruthless bandits comes to town, Po is forced to grow up fast to protect her new friends.
The rebooted Teletubbies will also feature new villains, such as a ruthless dictator who controls the only functioning water source in the area. And yes, characters will die. In fact, the show's creators have promised that no one is safe. Not even the Teletubbies themselves.
This new direction for Teletubbies is certainly ambitious. It remains to be seen whether it will be a hit with audiences. But one thing's for sure: it's not going to be the cuddly, feel-good show we all remember.