Karn Evil 9 Film in Development
Originally published Jun 12, 2026
By William Earl · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 12, 2026
Key points
- The film is based on Emerson, Lake & Palmer's song 'Karn Evil 9'.
- Isaac Ezban will direct the film, known for 'The Incident' and 'Párvulos'.
- Tim Hedrick is writing the script, with experience on 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'.
- The project is in development with a dystopian sci-fi setting.
A new dystopian sci-fi film based on Emerson, Lake & Palmer's classic prog rock song 'Karn Evil 9' is currently in development. The project has secured Isaac Ezban, known for 'The Incident' and 'Párvulos,' as director. Tim Hedrick, who has written for 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' is penning the script. The film's synopsis introduces Zak, a character at the center of the story, though details remain limited. The project aims to adapt the iconic song into a cinematic narrative, leveraging the band's legacy and the genre's visual potential. Ezban's involvement brings a unique creative vision to the adaptation, with expectations high for the film's production.
Read the original story: Variety — by William Earl