‘Nimona’ writer Pamela Ribon will pen the screenplay for the new film about the beloved pop culture icon, known for her striking aesthetic and witty observations about society.
Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Bad Robot have teamed for an Emily the Strange animated feature adaptation.
With her striking aesthetic and witty observations about society, Emily and her four black cats represent a raw, punk rock, independent spirit that has resonated with millions of fans for more than three decades.
Bad Robot produces with Emily’s creator Rob Reger, who executive produces alongside Trevor Duke-Moretz. Pamela Ribon (Nimona, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Moana) will pen the screenplay.
“Both the creative and executive teams we have in place for the movie are incredible,” said Reger. “Everyone shows up with a keen perspective along with an understanding and respect for the unique connection Emily the Strange has with our ‘real world.’ Emily celebrates all that is weird and different, which in turn makes the strange and unusual in all of us, feel a little less alone. Bringing to life Emily’s universe and many mythologies we have created over the years is truly one of Emily’s best nightmares come true.”
“At Bad Robot, we are looking to push the boundaries of what's possible in animation,” added John Agbaje, SVP of Animation, Bad Robot. “Emily, a character who refuses to be defined by others, is the perfect opportunity to do just that. We're thrilled to add her world to our feature animation slate. The team assembled has so much passion for Emily the Strange, what she's represented so far, and what she will mean to future generations.”
The property had been previously been in development at Amazon back in 2016 as well as Universal in 2008.
Source: Warner Bros. Discovery
Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—L'Wren brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.
