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The Wheel of Time is based on the late Robert Jordan’s best-selling novel seriesof the same name. It is a sprawling fantasy epic that covers fourteen main books - as well as a few prequels. The series follows a core group of young adults as they are thrust into a world of magic and danger. They are guided by a mysterious sorceress Moiraine, who may or may not be trusted.
The first season of The Wheel of Time will reportedly cover the first two books The Eye of the World and The Great Hunt, but could potentially cover more. The Wheel of Time has already been renewed for a Season 2, and has actually already begun filming, despite not having even released a trailer for Season 1. We will keep you updated on any new developments.
On the SDCC panel, Judkins discussed the casting process specifically with Rosamund Pike. He said, “The first time I got on the phone with Rosamund, I could just tell from the way that she spoke about the character of Moiraine that when she read that first script, that it just hit her that she understood this woman. And when I talked to her, I knew that she was the only option for this character, because she understood Moiraine kind of in her bones, in a really fundamental way. That’s the foundation of this whole show, and this whole show working, is that you believe the characters that are there. And Rosamund is the best foundation that this show could ever hope for.” High praise, and certainly well-warranted for one of the best actresses today. These words should only excite The Wheel of Time fans even more as they await the first Season.
