David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, renowned for their monumental success in the fantasy genre with “Game of Thrones,” embarked on their latest endeavor—a high-budget adaptation of Liu Cixin’s science fiction masterpiece, “Three-Body Problem,” set to debut on Netflix this week.
Despite their immense influence and ability to attract top-tier talent, there was one notable figure who resisted their charms. Benioff revealed that former President Barack Obama declined their invitation for a cameo appearance. The duo extended the offer upon discovering Obama’s admiration for the original novel. In response, Obama humorously quipped in a note, expressing his inclination to reserve himself for a potential real-life alien invasion crisis.
This project marks Benioff and Weiss’s most ambitious undertaking since the conclusion of “Game of Thrones” in 2019. “Three-Body Problem” delves into a riveting narrative following five characters on Earth as they endeavor to repel an impending alien invasion. Liu Cixin’s novel, published in 2008, has captivated audiences worldwide, boasting a staggering nine million copies sold and earning prestigious accolades such as the Hugo Award.
In an interview with the BBC, Weiss emphasized the novel’s intricacy, describing it as unlike anything they had encountered before. The adaptation presents a stark departure from their previous work on “Game of Thrones,” offering a fresh and captivating narrative landscape.
Collaborating with Alexander Woo, creator of “True Blood,” Benioff and Weiss assembled an impressive ensemble cast including John Bradley, Benedict Wong, Liam Cunningham, Jonathan Pryce, Rosalind Chao, Jess Hong, Zene Tseng, Eiza González, and Marlo Kelly.
With “Three-Body Problem” serving as the first installment in a trilogy, Weiss and Benioff are poised for potentially another decade of dedicated work. Benioff expressed optimism about the project’s success, aspiring for it to rival the monumental impact of “Game of Thrones” and ultimately reach a third season.
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