Amazon commits to eight-episode RoboCop series with Peter Ocko as showrunner
The new adaptation marks a significant expansion of the franchise’s television history, though casting and release dates remain undisclosed.
Amazon has officially ordered an eight-episode television series based on the RoboCop franchise, moving the project from a pilot stage to a full series commitment. The decision follows earlier reports that the streaming service was developing a single episode, but the greenlight for a full season signals a stronger institutional belief in the property’s viability.
Peter Ocko has been appointed as the showrunner for the new series. Ocko brings experience from writers’ rooms on notable programmes including The Office, Pushing Daisies, and The Leftovers, having previously served as showrunner for the cult series Lodge 49. His appointment suggests a focus on character-driven narratives within the sci-fi framework.
James Wan is attached as a producer on the project. Wan is widely recognised for co-creating the Saw franchise and directing the Aquaman films. In a statement regarding the adaptation, Wan noted that the original 1987 film was decades ahead of its time, highlighting its enduring questions about technology, identity, and corporate accountability.
Ed Neumeier, who co-wrote the original 1987 film directed by Paul Verhoeven, will serve as an executive producer. The original film established the core narrative involving Omni Consumer Products (OCP), a corporation deeply involved in robotics and urban policing. The franchise has since expanded to include two sequels, an animated series, and a 2014 live-action reboot.
No cast members or release dates have been announced for the upcoming series. The project arrives amidst continued interest in the IP, evidenced by the recent positive reception of the video game RoboCop: Rogue City. As Amazon moves forward, the industry will be watching to see how the new iteration handles the satirical critique of corporate power that defined the original work.
