Fox's 'Riverdale' Series: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Bringing Archie Andrews, Kevin Keller To Archie Comics Drama!

Based on the popular characters from Archie Comics, Archie Andrews, Betty Cooper, and Kevin Keller are making their way towards Fox. Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is bringing the iconic comic book characters are making their way to Riverdale. 

According to Deadline, Arrow and The Flash producer Greg Berlanti is bringing another round of comic book characters to the TV screen. Set in the present, Riverdale explores the surreality of small-town life, including the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath the wholesome façade. Just like in the comics, the series will center on the eternal love triangle of Archie Andrews, girl-next-door Betty Cooper and rich socialite Veronica Lodge.

In a statement released to the press, Archie Comics Publisher/Co-CEO Jon Goldwater is very proud to make this announcement, "This is a historic moment for Archie Comics, and we couldn't be happier to partner with FOX, Warner Bros. and Greg Berlanti to bring our characters to television. Greg and Roberto are experts when it comes to making great, compelling television and bringing beloved comic book creations to life on the screen. They're the perfect team to welcome viewers to Riverdale."

For comic book fans, Aguirre-Sacasa is known the popular horror titles, Afterlife With Archie and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. If he can bring zombies into the mix, then Aguirre-Sacasa will do wonders as executive producer and writer. Not only is Archie getting his own TV series, he's also fighting The Predator, thanks to Dark Horse Comics. 

Aguirre-Sacasa adds, "This is something we've been working on for awhile now, figuring out the best way to bring these characters to life for what will be, essentially, the first time. The entire team working on Riverdale is as passionate about Archie as Jon and I are, so it feels like the stars have finally aligned for Archie and the rest of the gang."

There is no word yet on when casting and filming of the pilot is expected to commence. 

Archie Comics is heading to Fox and bringing Archie Andrews to TV. Readers, are you excited to see Riverdale?