According to Fightful Select, a new pro wrestling themed half-hour comedy series is currently in the works for the Disney owned cable network FX.
Fightful Select notes the new series will focus on the independent wrestling scene in Los Angeles, California. The producers are said to belooking to use real-life wrestlers, with the show taking place in the modern day era. Independent pro wrestler Luke Hawx, who had appeared in the now canceled “Young Rock” as WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin is reportedly one of the names tied to the series.
The show is described as a cross between “Dazed and Confused” and “The Wrestler.” The series is said to be currently in development and has yet to be named.
The shows Writer Adair Cole provided the following statement to Fightful Select:
“I’m excited to be developing a show in set in the world of independent wrestling. I’ve been dragging my friends to indie shows since I was 15 years old. I was in a garage with 12 other people the night Samoa Joe debuted. This is a world I love, and feel very connected to. Unfortunately, I can’t yet comment on where this show lands or who are partners might be, but I can definitely keep Fightful updated as things progress. In the meantime, I will personally be at Epic Pro Wrestling on June 2nd, and GCW Hit Em Up on June 15th, and I’m looking forward to meeting some people who love this world as much as I do.”