Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter- Amazon MGM studios in works for upcoming scripted series with Twilight star

Rejoice, Twilight fans! Taylor Lautner, who played the hunk Jacob Black in the Twilight saga, is returning to his werewolf roots. This time not as a lycanthrope, but as a fictionalized version of himself and a werewolf hunter. According to Variety, he is all set to star in a new TV series, Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter.

Produced by Amazon MGM studios the show will feature Lautner as a fictionalized version of himself hunting supernatural creatures and balancing his career as an actor. Lautner took to Instagram and shared the news with his fans. He posted a screenshot of the Variety headlines and captioned it,

"Just when I thought I was out... they pull me back in"

Let's have a look at what we know about the upcoming fictional series

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What is Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter all about?

The logline of the series began by introducing Taylor Lautner as a Twilight star and his absence in the media world after the franchise:

"After wrapping the final Twilight film, Taylor Lautner vanished from the spotlight. Fan speculated, tabloids theorized-but the truth is wilder than fiction. Taylor wasn't just taking a mental health break. He was preparing for his real calling ....Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter."

In Twilight, Taylor Lautner famously portrayed Jacob Black, a werewolf. However, in the new series, Lautner will be drawn to a group of werewolf trackers who need his skills to hunt werewolves. The logline continued delving into the main plotline of the series

"Playing himself, Taylor is drawn into a secret society of werewolf trackers who need his unique expertise. As he navigates his double life- Hollywood actor by day, supernatural warrior by night- Taylor must wrestle with the ultimate irony-fighting the very creatures that made him famous"

The show presents an ironic twist with Lautner's biggest challenge facing the creatures that made him a teen icon in Twilight. As he tries to protect the world and revive his career, will he have time for love remains an ultimate question?

Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter is in development with Amazon MGM Studios and Tornante created by 30 Rock and Californication's famed showrunner Daisy Gardner. Lautner will serve as an executive producer of the upcoming Amazon series. Joining the team is the Radio Silence duo Matthew Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett as executive producers and directors.

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Taylor Lautner: Childhood, Career, and Recent Endeavors

Born on February 11, 1992, in Grand Rapids, Taylor Lautner: Werewolf Hunter lead actor began studying martial arts at the age of six in Fabiano's Karate School. By the age of 14, he was already a four-time world champion in martial arts.

Lautner began his acting career with minor roles in series like The Bernie Mac Show(2003) and My Wife and Kids (2004). He even worked as a voice artist for animated series like What's New Scooby-Doo? (2005) and Danny Phantom (2005) Apart from these minor roles he also appeared in The Adventure of Sharkboy, Cheaper by the Dozen 2, and Lavagirl 3D.

Lautner's first breakthrough role was in the Twilight Saga as the hunk Jacob Black. His portrayal of the werewolf Jacob made him hugely popular, especially among the teens. The series spanning from 2008 to 2012 solidified his position in Hollywood.

Even though after the Twilight saga, Lautner did not stay in the spotlight for the longest time. He nevertheless appeared in Abduction (2011), BBC Three comedy series Cuckoo (2014-2018), Grown Ups (2013), Tracers (2015), and Scream Queens Season 2 (2016). He also appeared in Taylor Swift's music album 'I Can See You'.

Taylor Lautner and his wife Tay Lautner together host a podcast called 'The Squeeze' which delves into topics like mental well-being, personal growth, and lifestyle. The show features candid discussions, guest interactions, and life advice.

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