BREAKING NEWS! Fox is Readying U.S. Version of "Torchwood"

In what is sure to provide fans with ... a lot to talk about, Fox is readying a U.S. version of Torchwood, with series creator Russell Davies writing the script.

Unlike U.S. adaptations that have gone awry, Torchwood fans can take comfort that the original producing team is on board. In addition to Davies, exec producers include Davies’ producing partner Julie Gardner (former head of drama at BBC Wales for the show’s first season) and Jane Tranter (another BBC vet, now exec VP programming and production at BBC Worldwide Prods. in the U.S.)

There may be good news with the casting ...

Also, some of the current cast — most likely John Barrowman, who plays the immortal Capt. Jack Harkness — might star if Fox orders “Torchwood” to pilot.

This is breaking, so we'll definitely have more on it, but what are your first thoughts? Who are your fantasy casting choices if the original actors don't cross the pond? Can they really do it without Barrowman?