The Chronicles of Riddick is a novelization of the film, The Chronicles of Riddick. It was written by Alan Dean Foster, a science fiction/horror/fantasy/mystery writer.

Is Chronicles of Riddick based on a book?

Novels. Pitch Black and The Chronicles of Riddick have received novelizations of their scripts, by Frank Lauria and Alan Dean Foster respectively.

Is Pitch Black based on a book?

The Pitch Black novelization was the official novel adaptation of the film Pitch Black, and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks in February 2000. It was written by Frank Lauria and is based on the screenplay by Jim & Ken Wheat and David Twohy.

What is the story behind Chronicles of Riddick?

The Chronicles takes place five years after the events in Pitch Black, and is set 505 years in the future, where Riddick who's been in hiding is now forced back on the map after a bounty has been put on his head from a man he once knew. In the end he will find out that his true destiny is to rule the universe.

What's the difference between Riddick and The Chronicles of Riddick?

The theatrical release was edited to achieve an MPAA Rating of "PG-13" instead of "R". The Unrated Director's Cut on DVD restores the violent scenes and adds more character development (including the addition of a character that was not seen in the theatrical release).

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What happens to Riddick after The Chronicles of Riddick?

Riddick lead the Necromongers for five years, but refused to go to the Underverse, and didn't conquer any new worlds. Eventually Riddick agreed to pass the Lord Marshal title to Vaako, in return of a way to his homeplanet Furya. Riddick however was betrayed by Krone and left for dead on Not-Furya.

In what order should I watch Riddick?

Pitch Black (2000) The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury (2004) The Chronicles of Riddick (2004) Riddick (2013)

Why is Riddick so strong?

Riddick. Powers/Abilities: Can see in the dark due to genetic surgery on his eyeballs; capable of withstanding the pain involved in dislocating such limbs as arms or brief periods; is stronger, more agile and has greater endurance than the human norm.

Does Vin Diesel own Riddick?

Vin Diesel doesn't just play Riddick, the intergalactic ex-con who can see in the dark, he owns the role — literally. And thanks to some shrewd maneuvers from the muscle-bound star, he has kept the franchise alive: Nine years after the last movie in the series, Universal is releasing Riddick on Sept.

Why are Riddick's eyes like that?

Eyeshine. According to Riddick, while in Butcher Bay he received eye surgery (a "surgical shine job", as he calls it) from a doctor who gave him permanent night vision in exchange for "20 menthol KOOLs". ... Having no cash, Riddick offers down payment of a pack of Kool cigarettes which he earlier took from a guard.

Did Chronicles of Riddick make money?

Box office

Its production budget was reported to have been between $105 million and $120 million (not including marketing and distribution costs). It grossed $57 million in North America, and its total worldwide gross stands between $107 million and $115 million.

Are they making a Riddick 4?

Riddick 4: Furya is the upcoming fourth live-action movie installment in the Riddick universe.

Where was The Chronicles of Riddick filmed?

Vin Diesel's new sci-fi movie Riddick was filmed on location in Quebec, using the Canadian province's generous filming incentives. The USD40 million feature filmed in just 47 days and is the second sequel to Pitch Black, which made stunning use of Australian locations in the late 90s.

What is the quasi dead?

The Order of the Quasi-Dead is a subdivision of the Necromonger empire that deals with telepathic communication through Quasi-Deads, primarily in military communications. ... As a result of the Quasi-Deads' telepathic skills the Necromongers have a fast and safe communication in deep space.

Is Riddick a trilogy?

Riddick: Trilogy (Pitch Black / The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury / The Chronicles of Riddick)

Why did Riddick inject himself?

Riddick's Jackal is a canine like creature native to the planet. ... Riddick discovers that the pup not only survived the venom but had started to develop an immunity towards it, prompting Riddick to start injecting himself with the venom to form an immunity as well.

Who gave Riddick his eyes?

Riddick usually makes up the idea of how he received the eyeshine via Pope Joe, but in reality Shirah makes it known in the game that he has always had them.

How old is Riddick in Pitch Black?

Riddick first appeared in Pitch Black: Slam City, a Shockwave prequel comic on the official Pitch Black website, one month before the release of the movie. In the film, and in all subsequent appearances the character has been portrayed by Vin Diesel. Riddick is 36 years old as of Riddick.

How much did Vin Diesel get paid for Riddick?

Diesel did earn a paycheck of $11.5 million for the role of Riddick. He only had a small cameo at the end of the third film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift.