The Writers Guild of America (WGA), the largest trade union of film and television screenwriters in Hollywood and across the United States, is currently on strike.
As a result, work on numerous film sets has been halted, which may lead to delays in the release of new seasons for popular series such as “Cobra Kai” and “Yellowjackets.” However, other productions like “House of the Dragon” remain unaffected.
Delay in Cobra Kai Production
Fans eagerly awaiting the sixth installment of “Cobra Kai” may have to wait longer, as the ongoing strike has stalled its development.
The co-creator of the Netflix project, Jon Hurwitz, confirmed that no screenwriters are currently working on the series. Furthermore, Hurwitz has expressed his solidarity with his colleagues by personally participating in the strike.
Similarly, the production of “Yellowjackets” has been negatively impacted by the strike. Although work on the third season began in April, the screenwriters left the set after just one day of shooting, as reported by co-creator Ashley Lyle.
House of the Dragon Remains Unscathed
Fans of George R.R. Martin’s work, however, can breathe a sigh of relief, as the “House of the Dragon” production continues undisturbed.
According to Variety, the scripts for all episodes of the second season of the “Game of Thrones” spin-off were completed prior to the WGA strike, as HBO anticipated the potential disruption. Consequently, shooting will proceed as planned.
The upcoming series “Good Omens” by Neil Gaiman (co-author of “Lucifer,” “Stardust,” and “Sandman”) is also unaffected by the strike. The production has already wrapped up, with the premiere scheduled for this summer. Gaiman supports the strike, but he mentioned that if it persists, he would not participate in promoting the series.
Moreover, James Gunn recently completed the first draft of the script for the show “Superman: Legacy.” The director and crew are expected to begin filming without any delays next year.
WGA Demands and Future Implications
The WGA strike centers around demands for increased wages, clear guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence, and changes that ensure more stable, long-term employment opportunities for screenwriters. This would prevent them from having to rely on short-term contract work.
As the strike continues, the production of various shows and films may be impacted further, with delays and disruptions affecting both fans and the industry as a whole.
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