Return to the Roots of “Gremlins” with “Secrets of the Mogwai”
The classic film from the 1980s, “Gremlins”, is returning to its roots in a new animated series titled “Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai”. The show, executive produced by Tze Chun and Steven Spielberg (who worked on the original), will put a unique spin on the original film while keeping the iconic warnings: “No bright lights, don’t get it wet, and most importantly, never feed it after midnight.”
What is “Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai” About?
“Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai” is an animated series that adapts the film directed by Joe Dante. Set in China, the story follows a group of children who try to protect a Mogwai named Gizmo from dark forces. The program “will focus on how 10-year-old Sam Wing met a young Mogwai named Gizmo. Along with a teenage street thief named Elle, Sam and Gizmo embark on a perilous journey through the Chinese countryside, encountering and sometimes battling colorful monsters and spirits from Chinese folklore. On their quest to return Gizmo to his family and discover a legendary treasure, they are hunted by a power-hungry industrialist and his growing army of evil Gremlins.”
How to Watch “Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai”?
“Gremlins: The Secrets of the Mogwai” is set to premiere on May 23, 2023, exclusively on HBO Max. All you need to watch the animated series is a subscription to the streaming platform. Get ready to experience a new take on the iconic 1984 film that has captivated audiences for decades.