Howard Overman

Howard Overman

Personal Details

Biography

Howard is a highly esteemed and remarkably accomplished individual within the realm of television, boasting an astonishingly extensive array of creative credits that traverse an impressive spectrum of genres and platforms, thereby solidifying his reputation as a trailblazing and innovative force within the industry.

Howard's multifaceted talents as a co-creator, executive producer, and lead writer enabled him to make a profound impact on the creation of the highly acclaimed 13-part television series "Atlantis", which premiered on BBC1 and BBC America to widespread critical acclaim.

Before embarking on his esteemed endeavors in the realm of "Atlantis", Howard meticulously refined his television writing acumen by contributing to the success of several prominent BBC productions, such as the cunning heist drama "Hustle" and the witty detective series "New Tricks".

In the year 2008, Howard joined the creative forces behind the enchanting fantasy series "Merlin", and subsequently went on to conceive and develop a plethora of critically acclaimed shows, including the esteemed BAFTA-winning Channel 4 series "Misfits" and the humorous police-procedural comedy "Vexed" for BBC2.

Not only has Howard made a notable impact through his writing endeavors, but he has also ventured into the realm of executive production, lending his expertise to a plethora of prominent projects.

Howard's professional endeavors have not been limited to traditional television, as he has also ventured into the realm of streaming, where he served as the creative force behind the highly acclaimed Hulu series "Future Man" for a span of three seasons, from 2017 to 2020.

Gabriel Byrne and Elizabeth McGovern starred in a modern 8-part adaptation of HG Wells' classic novel "War of the Worlds", penned by Howard in 2019 for Fox Networks Group and Canal+. This series achieved record ratings in France for Canal+, garnering widespread critical acclaim in the process. As a result, Howard was commissioned to write a second series, solidifying his position as a prominent television writer.

Howard's remarkable work on the iconic production of "War of the Worlds" serves as a shining example of his exceptional skill in revitalizing timeless tales for contemporary audiences, effortlessly infusing them with his distinctive perspective and artistic flair.

Career

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2021
The One
The One as Creator
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2019
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2017
Future Man
Future Man as Creator
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2016
Crazyhead
Crazyhead as Creator
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2013
Atlantis
Atlantis as Creator
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2012
Dirk Gently
Dirk Gently as Creator
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2010
Vexed
Vexed as Creator
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2009
Misfits
Misfits as Creator, Writer