Yahoo! has announced plans to debut long time actor Tom Hanks’ digital animated series, Electric City, this year. The new Tom Hanks created venture, set in the future, is a 90 minute science fiction series that includes plenty of action and adventure. Per Market Watch, the ‘Extremely Close and Incredibly Loud’ will star in the series as well.
Electric City will be presented on Yahoo in multiple parts, and will be available for fans on tablets, connected TV, and in several different languages. The interactive and social series will mark Yahoo’s first leap into the field of scripted programming. Get more details surrounding the plot of the web series below.
“The world as we know it has ended and out of the rubble, the Electric City stands as a symbol of peace and security. Yet under the veneer of order lies a world full of secrets and violence. Secret police, back alley dealings, daring chase and murder all find a home in the “Electric City.” Through the lens of a functioning, yet dystopian metropolis, “Electric City” touches upon relevant global issues and themes including energy consumption, freedom of information, crime and punishment and more.
The story unfolds gradually, layering mystery upon mystery, inviting viewers to interact with the content and each other. Metaphors and symbols are woven throughout, creating a perfect environment for puzzle-solving and community interaction. Like good science fiction, “Electric City” raises provocative questions about our own way of life and value systems. Short-form connecting storylines combined with vivid animation and a compelling score will keep audiences watching, while metaphors and range of subject lines will keep them guessing—and reflecting.”
