spec script (spek-skript):

1) an attempt by a writer to demonstrate skill and ability by writing a sample of a currently (or relatively recently) produced t.v. show.

2) a screenplay of feature length written in hope of success but without specific commission.

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Alex Hare has written several television and feature film spec scripts, including one television pilot*. While a few of the early works will never escape the desk drawer, the following PDFs are available to download for your reading pleasure.

"Zoo Story"
Original feature length screenplay

Story by Serenity Forbes & Alex Hare
Written by Alex Hare

An unlikely group of animals escapes
from the world-famous San Diego Zoo
on a cross-country mission
to rescue a kidnapped baby panda.

Received a "Consider" from
the Creative Screenwriting
AAA Screenplay Contest!

Smallville
"Bat"

Television Spec Script
Written by Alex Hare

A young Bruce Wayne visits Smallville
in this "World's Finest" first clash
with the future Man of Steel.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer
"Expectations"

Television Spec Script
Written by Alex Hare

In this never-to-be produced
episode, Buffy loses her
Slayer abilities as the result
of a supernatual pregnancy.

Scripts are presented in the Adobe PDF format. Adobe Reader required to view.

All scripts available for download are registered with the WGAw. Original ideas, stories, characters, and concepts are copyright Alex Hare and protected by copyright law. Established characters appearing in Alex's TV spec scripts are the property of their respective copyright owners.

(Alex Hare is not implying or suggesting he created such fabulous shows as "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" or "Smallville." He just wishes he did or could have worked on them.)

* Details on the television pilot are available by request from genuinely interested agents or producers. See the FAQ for info on how to reach Alex Hare.

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