Fox developing U.S. adaptation of "Torchwood"

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) – Fox is developing a adaptation of the hit British sci-fi alternation "Torchwood."

A added dead aftereffect of "Doctor Who," "Torchwood" is about a buried accumulation that investigates and fights conflicting activity. The appellation is an anagram of "Doctor Who."

Two seasons aired domestically on BBC America as able-bodied as aftermost year's able-bodied advised stand-alone miniseries, "Children of Earth," which bankrupt all ratings annal for the network.

Unlike U.S. adaptations that accept gone awry, "Torchwood" admirers can booty abundance that the aboriginal bearing aggregation is on board, led by alternation architect Russell Davies who is autograph the script. The U.S. adaptation will accommodate a all-around adventure band compared to the added localized affection of the BBC version.

Also, some of the accepted casting -- best acceptable John Barrowman, who plays the abiding Capt. Jack Harkness -- ability brilliant if the calligraphy leads to a pilot order.