AceShowbiz - Fans of "Prison Break," brace yourselves for an electrifying revival. Hulu has officially ordered a pilot for a new chapter in the thrilling series, with "Mayans M.C." co-creator Elgin James at the helm. This fresh iteration, spearheaded by 20th Television under the Disney Television Studios banner, is set to inject new life into the beloved franchise that originally captivated audiences on Fox from 2005 to 2008, with a one-season revival in 2017.

Described as the next chapter for the franchise, the upcoming series is anticipated to feature a brand-new cast of characters attempting a high-stakes jailbreak. Although plot details remain tightly under wraps, reports indicate that the new storyline will distance itself from the original central characters, Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) and Lincoln Burrows (Dominic Purcell).

James, who will also serve as executive producer under his Sierra Drive production banner, brings a wealth of experience from his previous projects such as "The Outlaws" co-created with Stephen Merchant and the popular "Mayans M.C." Sources hint that audiences may see faces familiar from James' past projects make appearances in the new "Prison Break."

James is not alone in this endeavor. He will be joined by executive producers Paul Scheuring, the original "Prison Break" creator, as well as Dawn Olmstead, Marty Adelstein, and Neal Moritz, who were all instrumental in the original series' success. Hulu's decision to greenlight the pilot comes on the heels of the original series' massive streaming success.

"Prison Break" has enjoyed a resurgence, ranking as the No.1 most-streamed series in the U.S. in August, according to Nielsen data. Over the first ten months of the year, it has accrued nearly 200 million streaming hours, securing its place among the Top 10 acquired series for ten different weeks.

This announcement marks James' first significant project since the conclusion of "Mayans M.C." in 2023 and "The Outlaws" in 2023. There is much anticipation surrounding how James' distinct narrative style will refresh the series while remaining true to its roots. Although casting has yet to begin, the development updates have been positive, with insiders praising the initial script.

As Hulu moves forward with this rare hour-long drama pilot, fans eagerly await the new direction "Prison Break" will take. Will the new team of inmates captivate audiences as Michael and Lincoln once did? All signs point to an exciting journey ahead. Stay tuned as more details emerge and mark this thrilling return.