Series will be based on bestselling book by David Walliams.
9 Story Media Group has teamed up with King Bert Productions to develop and co-produce a new 2D animated series based on The World’s Worst Children, the bestselling book by David Walliams.
9 Story Distribution International will hold worldwide distribution rights, along with international merchandising and licensing rights to be run by 9 Story Brands.
The first book in The World’s Worst Children series was published in 2016, with additional releases in 2017 and 2018, with each release becoming a number one bestselling UK title.
The 2D series will be a 52 x 11-minute animated sketch show, aimed at 6-11 year olds.
“The World’s Worst Children is a collection of extremely funny stories to suit all ages, and bringing these characters into the fold is a bit of a dream come true for the studio,” said Alix Wiseman, svp business development for 9 Story. “We’re thrilled to be working with the hugely talented David Walliams and his production company King Bert Productions to spread his infectious brand of humour in this new animated series.”
Jo Sargent, md of King Bert Productions, added: “9 Story is equally as passionate about this series as we are, and working with them to tell these hilarious stories in a new way is going to be incredible.
“The World’s Worst Children is the perfect collection of stories to translate into animation, and with this extremely powerful partnership we know we’re going to deliver a series that kids will love.”
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