By warmtail / stock.adobe.com

By warmtail / stock.adobe.com

THE SHADOW KING

(TV Pilot) When three teenagers are trapped in a mythical world and the only way back to Earth is for one of them to become the villainous Shadow King, they embark on a dangerous quest to gain his powers without succumbing to evil. (HARRY POTTER meets BREAKING BAD)

“A super fun take on a coming of age fantasy story.” —ScreenCraft Action & Adventure Screenplay Competition

Accolades:

Script Reader Comments:

  • “This script reads like a dream. It's a balanced, charming and engaging tale.” —ScreenCraft Screenwriting Fellowship

  • “This is a super fun take on a coming of age fantasy story. The decision to turn on its head the ‘chosen one’ trope is not only hilarious, but makes for a fantastic, compelling premise.” —ScreenCraft Action & Adventure Screenplay Competition

  • “This script is a fun and fast read….The dialogue, in addition to the outstanding character development, is the best element in the script. It is funny, witty and sharp, the jokes are clever, and the exchanges are organic and flow naturally.” —ScreenCraft TV Pilot Script Competition

  • “[A] compelling, unique, and very well-written pilot. The comedy is extremely effective, particularly in the dialogue and with the play on tropes. The depth of the characters and the underlying themes of friendship and finding oneself are emotionally impactful.” —Shore Scripts Coverage Report