HBO's Bong's Parasite film, which was released in 2019, HBO announced that it was developing a show based on the movie. However, there hasn't been word on the show's status since 2023, when HBO exec sca Orsi identified it as closer to early development than a pickup to series.

In an interview with Deadline at the premiere of Mickey 17, the most recent movie he directed, Bong provides an update on the Parasite show that confirms it's still in active development, revealing that the writers are working very hard. However, he its that it's going to "take a while" for the show to be released. Read his full comments below:

The writers are working very hard on it, they're fiercely writing. I think the writing room of that show itself can be another TV show. Just wait a bit longer, it's gonna take a while.

What Bong's Comments Mean For HBO's Parasite Show

HBO's Parasite Show Is Slowly Coming To Fruition

The story of Bong's Parasite movie follows the Kim family, who are crowded in a basement apartment and are living paycheck to paycheck. After learning about the wealthy Park family, they concoct a plan to all get hired within the Park household. Parasite is perhaps Bong's best movie and received exceptional reviews upon its release, leading to it winning Best Picture at the 2020 Academy Awards. While there haven't been many recent updates about HBO's Parasite show, Bong's comments confirm that it is still actively being worked on.

In Parasite, Bong expertly examines themes such as class conflict and wealth disparity.

Parasite was not only viewed as one of the best movies of 2019, but has also been called by some as one of the best movies of all time. Bong expertly examines themes such as class conflict and wealth disparity. In addition to telling an extremely thought-provoking story, Parasite's shocking twist leads to one of the most unpredictable climaxes in recent years. The ending of Parasite is truly shocking and proves that the story of the movie will be very difficult to adapt.

Our Take On Bong's Comments About HBO's Parasite Show

The Parasite TV Show Could Expand On The Story In Creative Ways

Understandably, HBO's Parasite show may still require a lot of work before it can start filming. The story of the movie is very unique and would be very hard to adapt into a show. It is fair to be concerned about HBO's Parasite show potentially tarnishing the legacy of the original movie. After all, iconic movies do not always translate well to the medium of television. However, if any network can produce a successful Parasite show, it's HBO. Therefore, there are reasons to be excited about the Parasite show, when it finally does get released.

Source: Deadline