Peter Hoar, the acclaimed director behind the standout episode “Long, Long Time” in The Last of Us, is set to helm a major reboot of the iconic British sci-fi series Blake’s 7. The project, developed under Hoar’s newly established production company Multitude Productions, marks a bold return to one of the most influential — and cult-favorite — space operas in British television history.
Joined by West End producer Jason Haigh-Ellery and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder executive Matthew Bouch, the trio is aiming to reinvigorate the franchise for a new generation while honoring its revolutionary roots. The reboot is poised to be pitched to major broadcasters and streamers in the coming months, with Bouch expressing a strong preference for it to debut on the BBC, where the original series aired between 1978 and 1981.
The original Blake’s 7, created by Terry Nation — the visionary behind Doctor Who’s Daleks — was a groundbreaking series in its time. Centered on Roj Blake (portrayed by Gareth Thomas), a political dissident who escapes into space with a ragtag crew of rebels, the show challenged the norms of British sci-fi with its gritty realism, moral ambiguity, and anti-authoritarian themes. Set against a bleak future where Earth is ruled by the authoritarian Terran Federation, the series explored power, resistance, and the cost of rebellion — all on a shoestring budget that only amplified its raw, authentic edge.
Hoar has drawn a direct artistic parallel between the reboot and Andor, the critically lauded Star Wars prequel series:
“The Blake’s 7 story is legendary because it was given the Softly, Softly timeslot, originally meant for police dramas with a budget designed for one large set and a handful of location shoots. 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.”
His admiration isn’t just nostalgic — it’s a deliberate creative philosophy. Hoar sees value in the original’s limitations, not as flaws, but as a source of truth and emotional weight. He aims to preserve that spirit of authenticity, integrity, wit, and sophistication — not through flashy production values, but through strong storytelling and character depth.
Funding for the reboot is expected to come from a mix of American streaming platforms and European production houses, suggesting a transatlantic co-production model that could give the series global reach. While no casting, release date, or network confirmation has been made, fans are hopeful the series could premiere as early as 2027, aligning with the 45th anniversary of the original series’ final episode.
With Hoar’s proven track record of emotionally resonant direction and a team deeply invested in the legacy of British sci-fi, the Blake’s 7 reboot promises to be more than just a nostalgic revival — it’s poised to become a modern classic in its own right.
For now, the resistance continues. And this time, it’s being led by the man who made The Last of Us feel real.
