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"New details have emerged of the forthcoming Blake&amp;#039;s 7 remake. US cable network Syfy has developed the remake of the classic cult drama with FremantleMedia International.  Thirteen hour-long episodes - written by Joe Pokaski (Heroes) and directed by Martin Campbell (Casino Royale) - will be produced by Georgeville TV. The new Blake&amp;#039;s 7 - set in 2136 - is described as a &amp;quot;revolutionary reinvention&amp;quot; of the BBC&amp;#039;s 1978-1981 sci-fi drama, following seven criminals - 6 guilty and 1 innocent. Led by hero of the rebellion Blake - who is mourning the loss of his dead wife Rachel - the crew acquire an alien ship which gives them a second chance at life.  &amp;quot;Blake&amp;#039;s 7 was such a forward-thinking concept that the show continues to have resonance with audiences today,&amp;quot; said David Ellender, CEO FremantleMedia International. &amp;quot;Its complex characters and gritty storylines, coupled with the highly talented team and modern production techniques are sure to appeal to both original fans of the show and new viewers.&amp;quot; Blake&amp;#039;s 7 was created by Terry Nation - also known for devising Doctor Who monsters the Daleks. The original show starred Gareth Thomas as Blake, alongside the likes of Paul Darrow and Jacqueline Pearce. &amp;gt; Blake&amp;#039;s 7 US remake: Good idea or potential disaster? Watch the opening to the original Blake&amp;#039;s 7 below:      "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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