Soap opera fans know and love Chris McKenna for his memorable roles on Young and the Restless and Bold and the Beautiful and his current role as recast Brennan on General Hospital. Now, the talented actor is now stepping into a new role behind the scenes! McKenna recently took to Twitter to share some thrilling news that his latest project he’s been writing is officially moving into production. And that’s not all! It involves horror, Hollywood, and a fan-favorite ‘90s icon!
From Daytime Drama to Horror Thrills
According to The Hollywood Reporter, McKenna’s new project is an adaptation of World of Hurt, based on the chilling works of horror novelist Thomas Tessier. The screenplay, penned by McKenna himself, is set to star The Sandlot legend Patrick Renna. The project is being developed by Hambino Media, a newly established production company co-founded by Renna, actor Kyle Howard, and actress-turned-marketing exec Lynsey Bartilson Moore.
Hambino Media is making waves in Hollywood with a slate of scripted and unscripted projects, and World of Hurt seems to be one of its most exciting ventures yet. If all goes according to plan, this could be a thrilling new chapter for both McKenna and Renna, proving that their talents extend far beyond acting.
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A Star-Studded Collaboration with a Horror Twist
While McKenna has played his fair share of heroes and villains in soap operas, stepping into the writer’s chair marks an exciting evolution in his career. Will this be the first of many horror adaptations? Could we see McKenna directing in the future? The possibilities are endless, and fans are eager to see what he comes up with next.
For now, World of Hurt is shaping up to be a must-watch project, blending the talents of Hollywood veterans with a spine-chilling story. Chris McKenna’s journey from daytime drama to horror storytelling is one we’ll be following closely!
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