New ‘Pippi Longstocking’ Animated Series in Development
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StudioCanal, Heyday Films, Submarine, and the Astrid Lindgren Company are developing a new animated TV series based on the literary character Pippi Longstocking. The 52 x 11-minute 3D CGI animation is described as a fresh, modern reboot, with production set to begin in October. StudioCanal will handle worldwide distribution, while StudioCanal Kids & Family will oversee merchandising and licensing in France and the U.K. The series will be written by award-winning screenwriter Sara Daddy, whose credits include "The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland." The companies are also in development on a "Pippi Longstocking" feature film. The project marks a major new chapter for the screen franchise, which celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025.
What’s reported
The series is a 52 x 11-minute 3D CGI animation.
Production is set to begin in October.
Sara Daddy is the screenwriter for the series.
The story will revolve around Pippi arriving in a small town with mismatched stockings, carrot-colored hair, freckles, a monkey, a travel bag of gold coins, and a horse she can carry.
David Heyman, Rosie Alison, and Rob Silva of Heyday Films are producing the series.
Simon Quinn and Karen Davidsen, who worked on "The Adventures of Paddington," will also produce.
Ron Halpern is overseeing the project for StudioCanal.
The Astrid Lindgren Company CEO Max Hallén stated that Pippi Longstocking's stories continue to grow their audience.
Anna Marsh, CEO of StudioCanal and CCO of Canal+, expressed excitement about the collaboration.
Bruno Felix, Submarine's managing director, said Pippi has long held a special place in his heart.
Michelle Obama recalled in 2019 that Pippi Longstocking was the first book love of her life.
StudioCanal is also developing a feature film based on "Mr. Men Little Miss" books and reteaming with Aardman Animation for "Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom."
Key figures
Sara Daddy, screenwriter
David Heyman, producer (Heyday Films)
Rosie Alison, producer (Heyday Films)
Rob Silva, producer (Heyday Films)
Simon Quinn, producer
Karen Davidsen, producer
Ron Halpern, StudioCanal
Max Hallén, CEO of The Astrid Lindgren Company
Anna Marsh, CEO of StudioCanal and CCO of Canal+
Bruno Felix, managing director of Submarine
Michelle Obama, former U.S. first lady
Sources: Variety
