The plot of the adaptation largely follows the first two Discworld novels, The Colour of Magic and The Light Fantastic.
A third adaptation, Going Postal, followed in 2010 with more planned for the future.
The production is the second adaptation of Pratchett's novels as a live-action film, following the successful release of Hogfather on Sky 1 over Christmas 2006. The film was well received by fans, but drew mixed reviews from critics, who generally praised the acting talent of the all-star cast, but criticised the film's script and direction. The first part drew audiences of 1.5 million, with the second part attracting up to 1.1 million viewers. Terry Pratchett's The Colour of Magic was broadcast on Sky One, and in high definition on Sky 1 HD, on Easter Sunday (23 March) and 24 March 2008. Vadim Jean both adapted the screenplay from Pratchett's original novels, and served as director. The fantasy film was produced for Sky1 by The Mob, a small British studio, starring David Jason, Sean Astin, Tim Curry, and Christopher Lee as the voice of Death. I gave them what they wanted in the store? ALBERT Yeah, well, what good is a G od that gives you everything that you want? DEATH You have me there.Terry Pratchett's The Colour of Magic is a fantasy- comedy two-part British television adaptation of the bestselling novels The Colour of Magic (1983) and The Light Fantastic (1986) by Terry Pratchett. I mean, the world would be in a hell of a mess if everybody got what they asked for. ALBERT I know, but it's the socioeconomic factors. ALBERT Ah, ho w sweet ! I shall wipe away a tear! 'Cos what he's getting, see, is this little wooden toy and an apple. The boy wants a pair of trousers he doesn't have to share. He walks over to wher e DEATH stands, reading a present list. The door opens and Albert moves into the room, huffing. COTTAGE - CONTINUOUS MID SHOT - CAMERA 2 - FOLLOW Sounds of thuds heard from inside corresponding to the camera tilting down shows that Albert has fallen off the roof. COTTAGE ROOF - CONTINUOUS Albert is slippin g even mo re and cri es out in distre ss.
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