Why CBS’ ‘Silence of the Lambs’ Sequel ‘Clarice’ Can’t Mention Hannibal Lecter by Name
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CBS’ “Silence of the Lambs” sequel “Clarice” won’t get to mention one of its most famous characters by name because of rights issues.
Despite taking place a year after the events of “Silence of the Lambs,” the CBS series will not mention Hannibal Lecter, the cannibalistic serial killer memorably played by Anthony Hopkins in the 1991 film.
The rights to Thomas Harris’ characters are split between MGM and the Dino De Laurentiis Company. “Clarice” showrunner Elizabeth Klaviter explained that CBS only has the rights for characters introduced in Harris’ 1988 novel “Silence of the Lambs.” Unfortunately, since Lecter’s first appearance came in another Harris
New Clarice Teasers: The Silence is Over in New CBS Series
CBS has released new
Clarice teaser promos for their upcoming
The Silence of the Lambs sequel series, featuring a closer look at Clarice Starling’s childhood trauma. Starring Rebecca Breeds, the series is scheduled to make its debut this Thursday, Friday 11, 2021. Check out the videos in the player below!
Hauntings of her past motivate her present. #Clarice series premiere. Thursday at 10/9c on @CBS and CBS All Access. pic.twitter.com/1eAhrebaSw
The Silence of the Lambs,
Clarice is a deep dive into the untold personal story of FBI Agent Clarice Starling as she returns to the field to pursue serial murderers and sexual predators while navigating the high stakes political world of Washington, D.C. The series will make its debut on CBS and CBS All Access on Thursday, February 11, 2021.