Everybody involved felt we should not including [comic creator Garth Ennis].
Were fans of the comic, Rogen continued.
We love the comic.
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We want the show to be fun for regular people without sick sensibilities.
While Cassidy should continue toThe Strains trend of subverting vampire cliches.
Whats wonderful about Cassidy is hes been around for so long yet hes accomplished nothing, Gilgun said.
He consistently makes terrible decisions …
He puts an end to all this sexy vampire business.
Nailing the comics tone was a particularly tricky part of the adaptation.
Theres lots of violence and drama, but theres always comedy throughout, Rogen says.
Added Gilgun: Everybody says they want too see something different, Gilgun says.
If this isnt that thing, I dont know what is.
With additional reporting by Natalie Abrams
