Wooden Horse’s New Production: “The Chaplain”
Wooden Horse, a renowned independent production company from Australia, is proud to announce its latest venture, “The Chaplain.” The company is recognized for its work on Disney+’s “The Clearing” and CBC/ABC’s “Stuff the British Stole,” and is set to reveal their new project at the upcoming Series Mania event.
The Chaplain: A Blend of Drama and Comedy
“The Chaplain” is a riveting fusion of drama and comedy, set within the dynamic environment of an international airport. The series follows the life of Airport Chaplain Tobias Wallace, a man with an incessantly buzzing phone, a drawer filled with money, and an unconventional method for dealing with the airport’s daily crises. When his contract faces termination due to new management, Tobias comes up with increasingly clever strategies to save his cherished chaplaincy – his only defense against his deep-seated inner demons.
The Creative Minds Behind the Series
This series is the creation of showrunner Elise McCredie and Jude Troy, joint-CEO of Wooden Horse and the series’ executive producer. Both McCredie and Troy, who are co-creators of the project, bring a wealth of experience and creativity to the table. McCredie is known for her contributions to “Stateless,” while Troy has a rich background as a producer, having worked with Hopscotch and eOne. The scriptwriting team, led by McCredie, is set to be joined by more writers as the project progresses this year.
Presenting “The Chaplain” at Series Mania
The series will be represented at Series Mania by Troy, McCredie, and Richard Finlayson, the series’ executive producer and Wooden Horse’s joint-CEO. Troy shared with Variety that the concept for “The Chaplain” was sparked by a memorable encounter with an International Airport Chaplain. He was deeply moved by the stories shared during that brief interaction, revealing the hidden drama and comedy within the cultural melting pot of an international airport. This experience, combined with the unique character of Tobias Wallace and the energetic pace of the series, makes “The Chaplain” a must-watch series for contemporary audiences.
Wooden Horse: Bold Storytelling since 2019
Wooden Horse was established in 2019 by industry veterans Troy and Finlayson. The company has since made a name for itself with its daring and thought-provoking storytelling. They have recently secured a development grant for “The Chaplain” from Vic Screen and are in the process of finding international distribution partners at Series Mania.
FAQs
Q: What is “The Chaplain” about?
A: “The Chaplain” is a drama-comedy series set in an international airport. It follows the life of Airport Chaplain Tobias Wallace as he navigates the daily crises of the airport using unconventional methods.
Q: Who are the creators of the series?
A: The show was created by Elise McCredie and Jude Troy, who also serve as showrunner and joint-CEO of Wooden Horse, respectively.
Q: When and where will “The Chaplain” be presented?
A: “The Chaplain” will be presented at the upcoming Series Mania event by Troy, McCredie, and Richard Finlayson, the series’ executive producer and Wooden Horse’s joint-CEO.
Q: Who is Wooden Horse?
A: Wooden Horse is an Australian independent production company known for distinctive and bold storytelling. It was founded by industry veterans Jude Troy and Richard Finlayson in 2019.
Credit: variety.com
