Disney recently acquired film rights to a new fantasy saga in a seven-figure deal, investing in what may hold potential as the “next Harry Potter.” The author of the series, who is the first U.K. children’s author since J.K. Rowling to simultaneously reach the No. 1 position on the children’s book charts in both the U.K. and the U.S., is confirmed to be adapting the screenplay for Disney.
Keep reading for all the details about this new deal, comments from Disney CEO Bob Iger, and the story of the fantasy saga that Disney will bring to life on screen!
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Disney Makes Deal for “Impossible Creatures” Photo via Disney
Walt Disney Studios recently acquired theatrical film and ancillary rights to the award-winning Impossible Creatures fantasy series, written by Katherine Rundell, in what is reportedly a “deal worth a substantial seven figures,” according to Deadline. Rundell will be central to the creative vision and development of the franchise, adapting the first two books into live-action feature film screenplays and producing alongside her creative partner Charles Collier. Additionally, Impossible Films will have a first-look deal with Disney that includes… read full article on Mickey Visit.
