Audrey Niffenegger’s novel The Time Traveler’s Wife got a second life on HBO, but it wasn’t meant to stay. The network canceled this romance drama starring Rose Leslie and Theo James after only one season.
The Time Traveler’s Wife hails from Doctor Who’s Steven Moffat, and it centers on Henry DeTamble, who lives with a genetic disorder that forces him to randomly travel through time. While revisiting the moments in his life, he meets his future wife Clare Abshire as a young girl.
Audrey Niffenegger’s novel became a bestseller after being published in 2003, and this isn’t the first attempt to adapt it. Back in 2009, Robert Schwentke directed a film based on this book, starring Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams. A stage musical is also in the works.
Despite their decision not to proceed with the series, an HBO spokesperson told Deadline that it was their privilege to partner with master storytellers Steven Moffat and David Nutter to bring this story to life.
“We are so grateful for their passion, hard work, and care for adapting this beloved book. We also thank Theo and Rose, and the rest of our brilliant cast for their heartfelt performances, which completely captivated audiences,” reads the statement by HBO.
