Peter Hoar, the Emmy-nominated director celebrated for his masterful work on The Last of Us—notably the emotionally resonant episode "Long, Long Time"—is set to helm a major reboot of the iconic British sci-fi series Blake’s 7. The project, being developed under Hoar’s newly launched production company Multitude Productions, marks a bold new chapter for one of British television’s most enduring and politically charged space operas.
Joining Hoar in this ambitious endeavor are Jason Haigh-Ellery, a seasoned West End producer with a track record in high-impact storytelling, and Matthew Bouch, executive producer of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, known for his sharp narrative instincts and success in modern, audience-driven drama. Together, they are shaping a vision for Blake’s 7 that honors the spirit of the original while reimagining it for today’s global audiences.
The original Blake’s 7, created by Terry Nation—the visionary behind the Doctor Who Daleks—ran for four seasons from 1978 to 1981. It followed Roj Blake (portrayed by Gareth Thomas), a revolutionary who leads a ragtag crew of fugitives in a desperate rebellion against the authoritarian Terran Federation. The show was renowned for its gritty realism, moral complexity, and subversive tone—qualities that made it a standout in the landscape of 1970s British television.
Now, in a nod to the groundbreaking Andor series, Hoar has drawn a creative parallel between the original Blake’s 7 and today’s most acclaimed sci-fi storytelling. “The Blake’s 7 story is legendary because it was given the Softly, Softly timeslot—originally meant for police dramas with a modest budget, one large set, and a handful of location shoots,” Hoar explained. “At the time, it felt like it mattered. Those shows seeped into me. I could see they were strapped for cash, but I learned to overlook the wobbling sets and just enjoy the journey.”
He emphasized that the reboot will prioritize integrity, wit, and sophistication over spectacle. “It’s not about budget,” he clarified. “It’s about truth in storytelling—about the human cost of resistance, the weight of ideology, and the fragile line between hero and revolutionary.”
The project is currently being pitched to major networks and streaming platforms, with BBC identified as a preferred home—where the original series first aired nearly half a century ago. However, it’s expected to attract strong interest from American streaming giants and European production partners, who are eager to back bold, character-driven sci-fi with global appeal.
Though no official release date has been confirmed, fans are already speculating that the reboot could arrive as early as 2027, aligning with the 50th anniversary of the original series’ debut.
As the announcement fuels excitement across the sci-fi and television communities, one thing is clear: Blake’s 7 is returning—not just as a nostalgic revival, but as a timely, politically charged, and deeply human story, reborn under the watchful eye of one of today’s most compelling directors.
