As a reminder, it’s pronounced “Fronk-en-steen.” FX is developing a comedy titled Very Young Frankenstein, inspired by Mel Brooks ’ 1974 comedy classic Young Frankenstein. Brooks is among the project’s executive producers along with producing partner Kevin Salter and three alumni of FX’s What We Do in the Shadows — Stefani Robinson (who will serve as showrunner should the project move forward),

FX is nearing a pilot order for a project inspired by Mel Brooks ‘ iconic comedy film “ Young Frankenstein ,” Variety has confirmed.

According to Deadline, Very Young Frankenstein is a series based on Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein that is approaching a pilot order. Plot details about the show are being kept under wraps at this time, but for those less acquainted with the film, it’s a satire filled with references to classic Frankenstein films.