Joe Manganiello Says He 'Will Never Give Up Hope' on His D&D Dragonlance TV Series

Joe Manganiello, a renowned Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast and actor, maintains hope for his Dragonlance TV series despite its cancellation several years ago. Manganiello, who was initially hired as the showrunner and screenwriter, faced numerous setbacks that eventually led to the project's demise. During a recent conversation at Lucca Comics and Games 2026, Manganiello revealed how the cancellation occurred due to changes in leadership at Entertainment One.

The individuals who initially supported the project, including Manganiello's old boss at HBO and his producing partner, were no longer present, resulting in the project being deemed "nobody's child." Despite the setback, Manganiello expressed optimism, stating that new leadership at Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro Digital Games, under Dan Ayoub, has reignited his passion for the Dragonlance series.

He emphasized that he will never give up hope, and the documentary he had planned in collaboration with Ayoub might also see fruition. While it remains to be seen if these plans will materialize, Manganiello and his team are working to bring more Dungeons & Dragons content to life in various forms.