Has Netflix found its own 'Game of Thrones' in 'The Witcher' saga?

Netflix is venturing into the world of The Witcher, adapting Andrzej Sapkowski's beloved fantasy novels into a new English-language drama that's currently in development at the streaming network.

Sapkowski's Witcher saga comprises of eight novels and story collections which center on "witchers" -- hunters who develop supernatural abilities at a young age to battle deadly monsters. The books have spawned a major video game franchise, graphic novel series and short-lived Polish TV adaptation.

“I’m thrilled that Netflix will be doing an adaptation of my stories, staying true to the source material and the themes that I have spent over thirty years writing,” said Sapkowski, who will serve as a creative consultant on the series. “I’m excited about our efforts together, as well as the team assembled to shepherd these characters to life.”

Sean Daniel and Jason Brown are executive producers, along with Tomek Baginski and Jarek Sawko from Platige Image, the Polish production and visual effects company.

“The Witcher stories follow an unconventional family that comes together to fight for truth in a dangerous world,” said Sean Daniel and Jason Brown in a joint statement. “The characters are original, funny and constantly surprising and we can’t wait to bring them to life at Netflix, the perfect home for innovative storytelling.”