Wed Jul 30 2008 - According to a Variety article posted on July 23rd, MTV is planning to remake The Rocky Horror Picture Show for television.

Original RHPS executive producer Lou Adler is partnering with BermanBraun, comprised of former programming chiefs Gail Berman (Fox) and Lloyd Braun (ABC), for the upcoming project.

A start date for filming, as well as directing and casting decisions, have not yet been decided.

The remake would use the original screenplay by Jim Sharman and Richard O'Brien, but may also include new songs.

As always, we'll keep you posted as any new developments occur.